Introduction

This volume brings together scholars who have articulated or contributed to Needham’sNeedham, Joseph dialogical visionvision of sciencevision of science as the outgrowth of multicivilizational interactions. They span not only diverse civilizations but also diverse disciplines. The organization of the chapter themes of the book has drawn inspiration from the way NeedhamNeedham, Joseph framed his monumental project into seven volumes each reflecting a disciplinary theme.