JOHN DESMOND BERNAL

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Nov 08 2024SCIENCE

How China Uses Bernal's Ideas to Study Science

John Desmond Bernal, a key figure in molecular biology, is also known as the pioneer of the Science of Science. His book, The Social Function of Science, set the groundwork for this field. Four main ideas from Bernal’s work include considering the socio-historical context, using theoretical models,

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Nov 06 2024SCIENCE

How JD Bernal's Work Shaped China's Science Studies

John Desmond Bernal, a leading figure in molecular biology, is known as the father of the Science of Science. His book, The Social Function of Science, laid the groundwork for this field. Let's dive into four key aspects of his ideas: the historical and social viewpoint, theoretical models, combinin

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