How Economics Shapes Science

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.

• | By (Author): Paula Stephan
• | Publisher: Harvard University Press
• | Publication Date: Sep 07, 2015
• | Country of Publication: United States
• | Number of Pages: 384 pages
• | Language: Unknown
• | Binding: Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0674088166
• | ISBN-13: 9780674088160