Experts in Science and Society

by Elke Kurz-Milcke

Book Overview

In today's complex world, we have come to rely increasingly on those who have expertise in specific areas and can bring their knowledge to bear on crucial social, political and scientific questions. Taking the viewpoint that experts are consulted when there is something important at stake for an individual, a group, or society at large, Experts in Science and Society explores expertise as a relational concept. How do experts balance...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1475787448
• ISBN13: 9781475787443
• Release Date: March 2013
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"