The Sociology of Science is a field that examines how social factors influence scientific research and knowledge production. It explores the relationships between scientists, their communities, and the broader society, focusing on how cultural, political, and economic contexts shape scientific practices and beliefs. This discipline also investigates the social processes involved in the acceptance and dissemination of scientific ideas. It considers how institutions, such as universities and funding agencies, impact research priorities and the development of scientific fields, including areas like biomedicine and environmental science.