AuthorYongyuth Yuthavong, author
TitleSparks from the spirit : from science to innovation, development, and sustainability / Yongyuth Yuthavong
ImprintSingapore : Pan Stanford Publishing, [2018]
Descript xxii, 285 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm

SUMMARY

"The sparks from the spirit of science include not only new knowledge but also innovations, the major ingredients of development and sustainability. The book creates an understanding of science and its role in innovation and sustainable development and points out unfilled gaps in human development. It highlights opportunities for societies to overcome obstacles in development. Written in an easy-to-understand manner, avoiding technical jargon, and contains case studies, practical examples, and historical perspectives, this work is intended for a general, especially young readership and will appeal to those curious about the nature of science and its benefits, together with its possible pitfalls"--Back cover


SUBJECT

  1. Science -- Social aspects
  2. Technological innovations
  3. Research
  4. Sustainable development

LOCATIONCALL#STATUS
Science LibraryQ175.5 S736y 2018 CHECK SHELVES