|
|
|||
|
||||
OverviewThis books examines the conditions under which scientists compromised the ideals of science, and elucidates these with reference to the challenges of profit motives and national security concerns. The book also offers suggestions for changing the political and economic conditions under which the integrity of science and its ethos can be practiced. Full Product DetailsAuthor: R. SassowerPublisher: Palgrave Macmillan Imprint: Palgrave Pivot Dimensions: Width: 14.00cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.307kg ISBN: 9781137519412ISBN 10: 113751941 Pages: 107 Publication Date: 04 March 2015 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents1. Fallen Angels: On the Compromises of Scientists 2. Big Science: Government Control of Science 3. Big Money: Setting Research Agendas 4. Big Pharma: Pharmaceutical Dominance of Science 5. Situating TechnoscienceReviewsAuthor InformationRaphael Sassower is Professor of Philosophy, Occasional Chair, and Director of the Center for Legal Studies at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, USA. His books include The Price of Public Intellectuals (Palgrave Pivot, 2014) and Digital Exposure: Postmodern Postcapitalism (Palgrave Pivot, 2013). Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |