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Explore the institutionalization of physical sciences with this academic study from Springer. Part of the Sociology of the Sciences - Monographs series, this book offers a fresh perspective by combining cognitive and social dimensions into a single analysis. Rather than following traditional paths in the history, philosophy, and sociology of science, this work treats research as goal-directed social action. By examining both theoretical and empirical themes, the text provides a broad look at how scientific research evolves and gains legitimacy within social structures. It is a specialized resource for those studying the sociological foundations of scientific progress and the social forces that shape research directions.

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Unified analysis that combines both cognitive and social dimensions of scientific institutionalization.

Treats research as goal-directed social action to bridge theory and empirical study.

Part of the Sociology of the Sciences - Monographs series (Volume 2) for academic depth.

Breaks from traditional history and philosophy of science methods to offer a new perspective.

Provides a broad focus on how science gains legitimacy through social and research evolution.

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Publication Date
12 October 2011
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21 December 2012

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