Selling science has become a common practice in contemporary universities. This commodification of academia pervades many aspects of higher education, including research, teaching, and administration. As such, it raises significant philosophical, political, and moral challenges. This volume offers the first book-length analysis of this disturbing trend from a philosophical perspective and presents views by scholars of philosophy of science, social and political philosophy, and research ethics.
The epistemic and moral responsibilities of universities, whether for-profit or nonprofit, are examined from several philosophical standpoints. The contributors discuss the pertinent epistemological and methodological questions, the sociopolitical issues of the organization of science, the tensions between commodified practices and the ideal of “science for the public good,” and the role of governmental regulation and personal ethical behavior. In order to counter coercive and corruptive influences of academic commodification, the contributors consider alternatives to commodified research and offer practical recommendations for establishing appropriate research standards, methodologies and institutional arrangements, and a corresponding normative ethos.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Hans Radder is professor of philosophy of science and technology at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He is the author or editor of several books, including: The Material Realization of Science; In and About the World: Philosophical Studies of Science and Technology; The Philosophy of Scientific Experimentation; and The World Observed/The World Conceived.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 16212718-75
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 48520228-6
Seller: Research Ink, Takoma Park, MD, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Very Good. vii + 350 pp. dj. Brief notation in ink on inside bck cover. book. Seller Inventory # 34525
Seller: -OnTimeBooks-, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Condition: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail. Seller Inventory # OTV.0822943964.VG
Seller: Carothers and Carothers, Albany, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. vii, 350 p. : ill. Binding fresh, corners sharp; contents as new. Tiny abrasion to dust wrapper at upper corner of front flap-fold, else dust wrapper as new. 660 grams. Seller Inventory # 005260
Seller: Treehorn Books, Santa Rosa, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fine+. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 9.40 X 6.40 X 1.10 inches; 360 pages. Seller Inventory # 5857