How economics shapes science
Auteur :
Stephan, Paula
Éditeur :
Harvard University Press
ISBN :
9780674088160
Date de publication :
1 sept. 2015
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
At a time when science is seen as an engine of economic growth, Paula Stephan brings a keen understanding of the cost–benefit calculations made by individuals and institutions as they compete for resources and reputation in scientific fields. She highlights especially the growing gap between the biomedical sciences and physics/engineering.