The power of scientific knowledge : from research to public policy /

"It is often said that knowledge is power, but more often than not relevant knowledge is not used when political decisions are made. This book examines how political decisions relate to scientific knowledge and what factors determine the success of scientific research in influencing policy. The...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Authors: Grundmann, Reiner (Author), Stehr, Nico (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2012.
Subjects:
Science > Social aspects.
Science > Political aspects.
Research > Political aspects.
Political planning.
Political science.
Sciences > Aspect social.
Sciences > Aspect politique.
Recherche > Aspect politique.
Politique publique.
SOCIAL SCIENCE > Sociology > General.
POLITICAL SCIENCE > Public Policy > Economic Policy.
Political planning
Political science
Research > Political aspects
Science > Political aspects
Science > Social aspects
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • The savior of capitalism : the power of economic discourse
  • The mentors of the Holocaust and the power of race science
  • Protectors of nature : the power of climate change research.

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