Title: Ivory bridges : connecting science and society /
Authors: Sonnert, Gerhard, 1957-; Holton, Gerald James.
Publisher: MIT Press,
Year: 2002
Subjects: Science Social aspects; Science and state.; Science Societies, etc.; Science sociology.; Science politics.
Abstract: "According to a widespread stereotype, scientists occupy an ivory tower, isolated from other parts of society. To some extent this is true, and the resulting freedom to pursue curiosity-driven research has made possible extraordinary scientific advances. The spinoffs of "pure" science, however, have also had powerful impacts on society, and the potential for future impacts is even greater."