Is American Science in Decline?

Alexandra A. Killewald

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$53.50 • £42.95 • €48.00

ISBN 9780674052420

Publication Date: 06/11/2012

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240 pages

6-1/8 x 9-1/4 inches

1 line illustration, 21 graphs, 30 tables

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Acknowledgments
Introduction
1. The Evolution of American Science
2. American Science and Globalization
3. Why Do People Become Scientists?
4. American Scientists: Who Are They?
5. Public Attitudes toward Science
6. Does Science Appeal to Students?
7. Attainment of Science Degrees
8. Finding Work in Science
Conclusion
Appendix A: Census and American Community Survey Data
Appendix B: NCES Survey Data
Appendix C: NES, NSRCG, and IPEDS Data
Appendix D: Detailed Statistical Tables
Notes
References
Index

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