What is Science?

Myths and Reality

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Gebonden, 74 blz. | Engels
CRC Press | 1e druk, 2020
ISBN13: 9780367465230
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In a multitude of ways, science affects the life of almost every person on earth. From medicine and nutrition to communication and transportation, the products of scientific research have changed human life. These changes have mostly taken place in the last two centuries, so rapidly that the average person is unable to keep informed. A consequence of this "information gap" has been the increasing suspicion of science and scientists. The lack of true understanding of science, especially of "fundamental" research, motivates this effort to narrow this gap by explaining scientific endeavor and the data-driven worldviews of scientists.

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Fills an existing void in the understanding of science among the general population

Is written in a nontechnical language to facilitate understanding

Covers a wide range of science-related subjects:

The value of "basic research"

How scientists work by sharing results and ideas

How science is funded by governments and private entities

Addresses the possible dangers of research and how society deals with such risks

Expresses the viewpoint of an author with extensive experience working in laboratories all over the world

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ISBN13:9780367465230
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:Gebonden
Aantal pagina's:74
Uitgever:CRC Press
Druk:1

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