Biology, History, and Natural Philosophy

Based on the Second International Colloquium held at the University of Denver

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Other Sciences, Philosophy & Social Aspects
Cover of the book Biology, History, and Natural Philosophy by , Springer US
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781468419658
Publisher: Springer US Publication: December 6, 2012
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781468419658
Publisher: Springer US
Publication: December 6, 2012
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

In a world that peers over the brink of disaster more often than not it is difficul t to find specific assignments for the scholarly community. One speaks of peace and brotherhood only to realize that for many the only real hope of making a contribution may seem to be in a field of scientific specialization seemingly irrelevant to social causes and problems. Yet the history of man since the beginnings of science in the days of the Greeks does not support this gloomy thesis. Time and again we have seen science precipitate social trends or changes in the humanistic beliefs that have a significant effect on. the scientific community. Not infrequently the theoretical scientist, triggered by society's changing goals and understandings, finds ultimate satisfaction in the work of his colleagues in engineering and the other applied fields. Thus the major debate in mid-nineteenth century in which the evidence of natural history and geology at variance with the Biblical feats provided not only courage to a timid Darwin but the kind of audience that was needed to fit his theories into the broad public dialogue on these topics. The impact of "Darwinism" was felt far beyond the scientific community. It affected social thought, upset religious certainties and greatly affected the teaching of science.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

In a world that peers over the brink of disaster more often than not it is difficul t to find specific assignments for the scholarly community. One speaks of peace and brotherhood only to realize that for many the only real hope of making a contribution may seem to be in a field of scientific specialization seemingly irrelevant to social causes and problems. Yet the history of man since the beginnings of science in the days of the Greeks does not support this gloomy thesis. Time and again we have seen science precipitate social trends or changes in the humanistic beliefs that have a significant effect on. the scientific community. Not infrequently the theoretical scientist, triggered by society's changing goals and understandings, finds ultimate satisfaction in the work of his colleagues in engineering and the other applied fields. Thus the major debate in mid-nineteenth century in which the evidence of natural history and geology at variance with the Biblical feats provided not only courage to a timid Darwin but the kind of audience that was needed to fit his theories into the broad public dialogue on these topics. The impact of "Darwinism" was felt far beyond the scientific community. It affected social thought, upset religious certainties and greatly affected the teaching of science.

More books from Springer US

Cover of the book Brain Mechanisms in Problem Solving and Intelligence by
Cover of the book Blood Cells as a Tissue by
Cover of the book Ionic Channels and Effect of Taurine on the Heart by
Cover of the book Human Agency and Material Welfare: Revisions in Microeconomics and their Implications for Public Policy by
Cover of the book Vygotsky’s Sociohistorical Psychology and its Contemporary Applications by
Cover of the book Psychology of Sustainable Development by
Cover of the book Perishable Inventory Systems by
Cover of the book The Process Approach to Personality by
Cover of the book Confocal Microscopy for Biologists by
Cover of the book Soft Errors in Modern Electronic Systems by
Cover of the book Environmental Micropaleontology by
Cover of the book Integrated Protected Area Management by
Cover of the book Vaccine Design by
Cover of the book Public Policy Analysis by
Cover of the book Agricultural Biotechnology in Developing Countries by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy