Science in the Context of Application (Paperback, 2011 ed.)

We increasingly view the world around us as a product of science and technology. Accordingly, we have begun to appreciate that science does not take its problems only from nature and then produces technological applications, but that the very problems of scientific research themselves are generated by science and technology. Simultaneously, problems like global warming, the toxicology of nanoparticles, or the use of renewable energies are constituted by many factors that interact with great complexity. Science in the context of application is challenged to gain new understanding and control of such complexity it cannot seek shelter in the ivory tower or simply pursue its internal quest for understanding and gradual improvement of grand theories. Science in the Context of Application will identify, explore and assess these changes. Part I considers the "Changing Conditions of Scientific Research" and part II "Science, Values, and Society." Examples are drawn from pharmaceutical research, the information sciences, simulation modelling, nanotechnology, cancer research, the effects of commercialization, and many other fields. The book assembles papers from well-known European and American Science Studies scholars like Bernadette Bensaude-Vincent, Janet Kourany, Michael Mahoney, Margaret Morrison, Hans-Jorg Rheinberger, Arie Rip, Dan Sarewitz, Peter Weingart, and others. The individual chapters are written to address anyone who is concerned about the role of contemporary science in society, including scientists, philosophers, and policy makers."

General

Imprint:	Springer
Country of origin:	Netherlands
Series:	Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science, 274
Release date:	2013
First published:	2011
Editors:	Martin Carrier • Alfred Nordmann
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	492
Edition:	2011 ed.
ISBN-13:	978-9400734272
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > Philosophy of science Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > History of science Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > General Promotions
LSN:	9400734271
Barcode:	9789400734272

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