On Being a Scientist by Engineering, and Public Policy Committee on Science

Name: On Being a Scientist by Engineering, and Public Policy Committee on Science
Brand: National Academies Press

National Academies Press

The scientific research enterprise is built on a foundation of trust. Scientists trust that the results reported by others are valid. Society trusts that the results of research reflect an honest attempt by scientists to describe the world accurately and without bias. But this trust will endure only if the scientific community devotes itself to exemplifying and transmitting the values associated with ethical scientific conduct. On Being a Scientist was designed to supplement the informal lessons in ethics provided by research supervisors and mentors. The book describes the ethical foundations of scientific practices and some of the personal and professional issues that researchers encounter in their work. It applies to all forms of research--whether in academic, industrial, or governmental\n\nOn Being a Scientist\nA Guide to Responsible Conduct in Research: Third Edition\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked;