The Role of Science in Soviet Society: An analysis of the Academy of Science of the U.S.S.R.

Abstract

The study examines the organization of scientific inquiry in the Soviet Union and the social role of Soviet science and men of knowledge. History and internal organization of the Academy of Sciences are discussed. The author analyzes the Academy's 'basic' task: the advancement of systematic and differentiated knowledge and the systematizing of scientific theory. The planning of scientific research is a top priority in the Academy's work.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1953
Accession Number
ADA001770

Entities

People

  • Alexander Vucinich

Organizations

  • Human Resources Research Organization

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Scientific Research
  • Scientific Theories
  • Ussr

Readers

  • East Asian Political and Security Studies within the Soviet Union
  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.
  • Theoretical Analysis.