Bakar, Dara

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    Science, Technology, & Politics—A Shift from Mertonian Ideals
    (2012-04-18) Bakar, Dara
    This essay explores different aspects of Robert Merton's philosophy of "pure science" and how the last century has seen a departure from its basic ideals. Bakar observes the ways in which the somewhat antiquated concept of science as simply the pursuit of knowledge is steadily being replaced with the individual motives of political and corporate organizations.
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    Socialization of Science—The Acquisition of Skills and Values
    (2012-04-18) Bakar, Dara
    This essay aims to capture the nuances of the unique transition from undergraduate to post-graduate life in the science world. It explores the crucial dynamic between students and their mentors, while also presenting common assumptions and misunderstandings that are associated with academic success and failure.