Science, technology, and politics

After some general remarks, this paper presents a brief overview of the relationships among science technology and politics. This is followed by an examination of the seven most important technological revolutions of the past five centuries, laying a foundation for consideration of recent trends in...

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Published in:Technology in society 2002, Vol.24 (1), p.9-26
Main Author: Bromley, D.Allan
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Government Spending
Research and Development
Science and Technology
Science Policy
Science Society Relationship
Scientific Technological Revolution
Technology Policy
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Summary:After some general remarks, this paper presents a brief overview of the relationships among science technology and politics. This is followed by an examination of the seven most important technological revolutions of the past five centuries, laying a foundation for consideration of recent trends in US Research and Development and our investments within them. The paper concludes with an examination of the impact of President George W. Bush’s proposed budget for science and technology in the 2002 fiscal year. This paper is based on the Sheffield Lecture delivered by Dr. Bromley at Yale University, March 22, 2001.
ISSN:0160-791X
1879-3274
DOI:10.1016/S0160-791X(01)00039-2