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Book SynopsisPracticing chemists face a number of ethical considerations, from issues of attribution of authorship through the potential environmental impact of a new process to the decision to work on chemicals that could be weaponised. By keeping ethical considerations in mind when working, chemists can build their own credibility, contribute to public trust in the chemical sciences and do science that benefits the world. Divided into three parts, methodological aspects, research ethics, and social and environmental implications, Good Chemistry introduces tools and concepts to help chemists recognise the ethical and social dimensions of their own work and act appropriately. Written to support chemistry students in their studies this book includes practice questions and examples of relevant situations to help students engage with the subject and prepare for their professional life in academia, industry, or public service.
Table of ContentsIntroduction; Science Theory; The Scientific Method(s); Scientific Reasoning; The Virtues of Science; Scientific Misconduct; Scientific Publishing; Chemistry as a Network Activity; Animal Experiments; Science and Values; Sustainability; Responsibility; Risk, Uncertainty, and Precaution; Science Governance, Technology Assessment; Science Communication; Summary
