STS 165 - Science and Engineering in the Security State

Institution:

Stanford University

Subject:

Description:

How defense research changes how scientists and engineers work. How the research projects of the Cold War shaped practices in disciplines including computing, physics, biology, medicine, environmental sciences, and social sciences. Challenges faced by scientists and engineers in the context of heavy defense spending. 4 units, not given this year

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stanford.edu/

Phone Number:

(650) 723-2300

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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