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The Place of Science in the Modern World: A Speech by Robert Millikan
Kathryn R. Williams
Department of Chemistry, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611-7200

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July 2001
Vol. 78 No. 7
p. 865

Abstract
A speech by Robert Millikan, reprinted in the May 1930 issue, pertains to issues still prevalent in the 21st century. In the "The Place of Science in the Modern World", the Nobel laureate defends science against charges of its detrimental effects on society, its materialistic intentions, and the destructive powers realized during the first World War. He also expresses concern that "this particular generation of Americans" may lack the moral qualities needed to make responsible use of the increased powers afforded by modern science.
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*  Citation
Williams, Kathryn R. J. Chem. Educ. 2001 78 865.
*  Keywords
History / Philosophy; Journal Policy
*  History
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June 6, 2001
August 31, 2005
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