ISBN: 9780243074808 - Scientists at Major and Minor Universities, Mobility Along the Prestige Continuum: September, 1992 (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the scientific community's complex relationship with institutional prestige. The author investigates the impact of a scientist's university standing on their career progression, particularly in pioneering new fields of research. Drawing on a survey of over 700 neural network scientists, the book analyzes the factors that influence scientists' career paths and the significance of institutional prestige in shaping their success. The author uncovers the challenges faced by scientists who take unconventional approaches, often working at lesser-known institutions, and sheds light on the dynamics that shape scientific innovation and discovery. This insightful study provides a valuable perspective on the interplay between individual talent, institutional support, and the advancement of scientific knowledge. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …