Braben, Donald W.
Scientific Freedom: The Elixir of Civilization
- ISBN 13:
- 9780578675916
- author:
- Braben, Donald W.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- STRIPE PR
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 157mm X
- Genre:
- Politikwissenschaft, Politik der National- Zentral- oder Bundesregierung, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Scientific Freedom: The Elixir of Civilization A radical proposal for reinvigorating transformative scientific discovery. The early 20th century's scientific harvest transformed entire industries and economies, laying the foundations for major breakthroughs in physics, genetics, and chemistry. However, a shift in the nature of scientific work in the 1970s led to a decline in research quality. This book presents a framework to support cutting-edge, much-needed scientific innovation. Donald W. Braben, who led British Petroleum's Venture Research initiative, explains how the current research model is failing and how to identify and support groundbreaking research. He discusses the costs to society, the changing role of universities, and the success of his initiative in minimizing bureaucracy and peer review. By understanding the conditions that catalyzed scientific research in the past and the criteria for implementing a Venture Research program, readers can gain insight into the future of scientific discovery. Even in the earliest stages, transformative research can look unrecognizable to those accustomed to established patterns. This book offers a fresh perspective on the challenges facing scientific research and provides a roadmap for change.
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