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Explore the institutionalisation of the physical sciences through this specialized academic text from Springer. Part of the Sociology of the Sciences - Monographs series, this volume breaks from traditional history, philosophy, and sociology of science approaches. It provides a unified analysis by capturing both the cognitive and social dimensions of institutionalisation. By treating research as goal directed social action, the book offers a unique breadth of focus that addresses the sociological concerns regarding macro-structures. This work is developed through both theoretical and empirical themes, making it a significant resource for studying how scientific research evolves and gains legitimacy within social frameworks.

Key Features

This Springer publication is part of the Sociology of the Sciences - Monographs series, specifically volume 2.

The text provides a unified analysis of the cognitive and social dimensions of scientific institutionalisation.

Research is examined as a form of goal directed social action through theoretical and empirical development.

The book offers a unique breadth of focus regarding the evolution and legitimation of physical sciences.

This academic work addresses traditional sociology concerns with generalised macro-structures in science.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
30 April 1983
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12 January 2007

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