Science, Cold War and the American State

Science, Cold War and the American State
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Publisher : Psychology Press
Total Pages : 424
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ISBN-10 : 9057026228
ISBN-13 : 9789057026225
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Book Synopsis Science, Cold War and the American State by : Allan A. Needell

Download or read book Science, Cold War and the American State written by Allan A. Needell and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Lloyd V. Berkner's role as a broker between the American scientific community and, for example, the U.S. military, the Department of State, the Central Intelligence Agency, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration is presented in the context of his personal and professional development and his enduring convictions about science and the social utility of its methods."--Back cover.


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