To foster the spirit of professionalism
Subtitle: Southern scientists and state academies of science
By: Nancy Smith Midgette.
Series: History of American science and technology series.
Publisher: University of Alabama Press; University Alabama Press
Published: 1991
Place of publication: Tuscaloosa
Language: eng
Number of pages: 238
Subjects: Science -- Southern States -- Societies, etc. -- History.; Science -- Southern States -- History.; Research institutes -- Southern States -- History.; Research -- Southern States -- History.
Description: Details the struggle of Southern scientists to maintain professional status and organizations after the Civil War. Explores the role of academies of science in helping maintain a presence, research activity, and communication.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.