Eilimiyle

Eilimiyle is a neologism used in Turkish- and English-language discourse to describe an approach to knowledge creation and dissemination that weaves scientific inquiry with social purpose. The term is often presented as meaning “with science” or “through science,” drawing on ilmi, a root meaning knowledge or science in Turkish, with a suffix that denotes method or manner. In usage, eilimiyle signals a stance in which research agendas are shaped by public needs, ethical considerations, and stakeholder participation, as much as by theoretical novelty or economic impact.

Etymology and scope are debated among scholars, but the term generally functions as an umbrella for practices that embed reflexivity and accountability into research. It is used to discuss methods such as co-design with communities, open science, ethical risk assessment, and the integration of diverse knowledges into research design and policy advice. Some proponents view eilimiyle as a framework that aligns scientific work with values and public benefit, while critics warn that the term can be vague and risk becoming rhetorical without concrete methodologies.

History and reception of eilimiyle have grown since the early to mid-2020s, originating in Turkish academic and policy discussions and spreading to interdisciplinary literature on science policy and philosophy of science. In practice, it is often compared to and placed alongside concepts like responsible innovation, transdisciplinarity, and science communication, while retaining a distinct emphasis on integrating ethical reflection throughout the research process.

See also: responsible innovation, transdisciplinarity, public engagement with science, science communication.