The Place of Science in the Modern World: A Speech by Robert Millikan

• Kathryn R. Williams ^[1]
  1. [1] University of Florida

     University of Florida

     Estados Unidos

     
• Localización: Journal of chemical education, ISSN 0021-9584, Vol. 78, Nº 7, 2001, pág. 865
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • A speech by Robert Millikan, reprinted in the May 1930 issue, pertains to issues still prevalent in the 21st century. In the "The Place of Science in the Modern World", the Nobel laureate defends science against charges of its detrimental effects on society, its materialistic intentions, and the destructive powers realized during the first World War. He also expresses concern that "this particular generation of Americans" may lack the moral qualities needed to make responsible use of the increased powers afforded by modern science.