UID:
almahu_9949386002602882
Format:
1 online resource (xvi, 74 pages) :
,
1 online resource
,
illustrations (black and white)
ISBN:
9781000047301
,
100004730X
,
9781000047288
,
1000047288
,
9781000047295
,
1000047296
,
9781003028352
,
1003028357
Series Statement:
CRC focus series
Content:
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. Key Features 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
Note:
List of Figures -- List of Tables -- Preface -- Chapter 1: What Is Science? -- Chapter 2: Scientists and What They Do -- Chapter 3: Is Science Dangerous? -- Chapter 4: How Is Dangerous Science Regulated? -- Chapter 5: Why Support Basic Research? -- Index.
Additional Edition:
Print version: ISBN 9781000047301
Additional Edition:
Print version: ISBN 036746523X
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780367465230
Language:
English
Keywords:
Electronic books.
;
Electronic books.
DOI:
10.1201/9781003028352
URL:
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781003028352
