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A Fragile Power: Scientists and the State

Hardback

Main Details

Title A Fragile Power: Scientists and the State
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Chandra Mukerji
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:268
Dimensions(mm): Height 254,Width 178
Category/GenreHistory of science
ISBN/Barcode 9780691636108
ClassificationsDewey:305.95
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 19 April 2016
Publication Country United States

Description

When the National Science Foundation funds research about the earth's crust and the Department of Energy supports studies on the disposal of nuclear wastes, what do they expect for their money? Most scientists believe that in such cases the government wants information for immediate use or directions for seeking future benefits from nature. Challen

Reviews

"What in fact does the Government want in exchange for its lavish support of big science projects... How are research priorities influenced by political and economic relationships? A Fragile Power addresses these critical questions."--The New York Times