Conversations on the Uses of Science and Technology

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Synopsis
"In the interest of reducing financial support some policy makers in Washington and in state capitols are questioning the contributions of science to society. Or they believe research can be made more useful if it is controlled and directed by government to solve specific problems.

The authors disagree with both these strategies and discuss how understanding nature (that is, science) is the underpinning of humankind's progress in improved comforts, economic progress, and health. In making their case they also address the primary requirement of ensuring a pool of competent scientists, mathematicians, and engineers as well as the need for educating non-scientists about science."

--BOOK JACKET. Title, Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Copyright:
1996

Book Details

Book Quality:
Excellent
Book Size:
109 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781574410150
Publisher:
University of North Texas Press
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Norman Hackerman, Kenneth Ashworth
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Science, Technology, Social Studies, Philosophy
Submitted By:
Melissa Resnick
Proofread By:
Rick Costa
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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