| Science, Industry and Society: Studies in the Sociology of Science Contributor(s): Cotgrove &. Box, Stephen And Steven (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415850495 ISBN-13: 9780415850490 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $25.60 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Reference - Social Science | Sociology - General - Science |
| Dewey: 301 |
| Series: Routledge Library Editions: History & Philosophy of Science |
| Physical Information: 0.47" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (0.70 lbs) 224 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Originally published in 1970. Two major changes have characterised science in the twentieth century. Firstly, there has been its rapid growth. Secondly, and central to the theme his book - science is no longer mainly an academic activity carried on in universities. Industry will soon be the largest employer of scientists. This book deals with issues of bureaucracy in science threatening its creativity and the failure of industry to recruit the best graduates, as well as what attracts people to study science. |
