The Freedom of Science in the Modern State (Classic Reprint): A Discourse Delivered at the Third General Meeting of the Fiftieth Conference of the ... the 22nd of September, 1877 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Exploring how science should be taught and shared with the public. This classic discourse examines the responsibility of scientists to distinguish evidence from conjecture and to present knowledge carefully.
In this 1878 address, Rudolf Virchow argues that the rise of science depends on prudence, clear reasoning, and humility before facts. He discusses contagious disease theory, the limits of induction, and the need to ground claims in observable truth rather than tempting generalizations. The talk places science within the broader duties of the modern state and the public’s trust.
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- A clear look at how scientific ideas progress from hypothesis to tested knowledge
- Discussion of contagion, infection, and the caution needed when new evidence emerges
- Examples comparing biological processes to social and political responsibilities
- Guidance on communicating science honestly to the educated public
Ideal for readers of science history, philosophy of science, and those curious about the ethics of research in public life. This edition makes a thoughtful companion to discussions about how science shapes society.
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