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The Ethics of Science: An Introduction
David B. Resnik
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Description for The Ethics of Science: An Introduction
Paperback. An introduction to the study of ethics in science and scientific research, this book covers: science and ethics; ethical theory and applications; science as a profession; and standards of ethical conduct in science. Objectivity in research is considered as well as ethical issues in the laboratory. Series: Philosophical Issues in Science. Num Pages: 232 pages, 1 black & white tables. BIC Classification: HPQ; PD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 161 x 9. Weight in Grams: 360.
Ethics of Science is a comprehensive and student-friendly introduction to the study of ethics in science and scientific research. The book covers:
* Science and Ethics
* Ethical Theory and Applications
* Science as a Profession
* Standards of Ethical Conduct in Science
* Objectivity in Research
* Ethical Issues in the Laboratory
* The Scientist in Society
* Toward a More Ethical Science
* Actual case studies include: Baltimore Affair * cold fusion * Milikan's oil drop experiments * human and animal cloning * Cold War experiments * Strategic Defence ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
232
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Series
Philosophical Issues in Science
Condition
New
Weight
358g
Number of Pages
232
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415166980
SKU
V9780415166980
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99-1
Reviews for The Ethics of Science: An Introduction
'One way of promoting more ethical behaviour in science is to get science students to study ethical issues: David Resnik's book is an excellent text for this purpose.' - Nature 'Saving the best till last, the book's appendix contains 50 case studies that shold provoke many stimulating discussions.' - Nature