Dagmar Schäfer, a historian of technology and sinologist, joins Annapurna Mamidipudi, an engineer-turned-researcher, and Marius Buning, an assistant professor specializing in intellectual property history. They explore the concept of knowledge ownership beyond traditional frameworks, emphasizing technology's role in shaping this discourse. The conversation dives into how historical practices in China influenced craft knowledge, the implications of performance in ownership, and the inequalities created by current knowledge economies. They also share insights on the power of scholarship in legitimizing knowledge.
