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9780262181914

Advice for a Young Investigator

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  • ISBN13:

    9780262181914

  • ISBN10:

    0262181916

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 1999-01-01
  • Publisher: Bradford Books
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Summary

Santiago Ramon y Cajal was a mythic figure in science. Hailed as the father of modern anatomy and neurobiology, he was largely responsible for the modern conception of the brain. His groundbreaking works were New Ideas on the Structure of the Nervous Systemand Histology of the Nervous System in Man and Vertebrates. In addition to leaving a legacy of unparalleled scientific research, Cajal sought to educate the novice scientist about how science was done and how he thought it should be done. This recently rediscovered classic, first published in 1897, is an anecdotal guide for the perplexed new investigator as well as a refreshing resource for the old pro. Cajal was a pragmatist, aware of the pitfalls of being too idealistic -- and he had a sense of humor, particularly evident in his diagnoses of various stereotypes of eccentric scientists. The book covers everything from valuable personality traits for an investigator to social factors conducive to scientific work.

Table of Contents

Foreword vii(6)
Preface to the second edition xiii(4)
Preface to the third edition xvii(2)
Preface to the fourth edition xix
1. Introduction Thoughts about general methods. Abstract rules are sterile. Need to enlighten the mind and strengthen resolve. Organization of the book
1(8)
2. Beginner's Traps Undue admiration of authority. The most important problems are already solved. Preoccupation with applied science. Perceived lack of ability
9(20)
3. Intellectual Qualities Independent judgment. Concentration. Passion for reputation. Patriotism. Taste for scientific originality
29(24)
4. What Newcomers to Biological Research Should Know General education. The need for specialization. Foreign languages. How monographs should be read. The absolute necessity of seeking inspiration in nature. Mastery of technique. In search of original data
53(22)
5. Diseases of the Will Contemplators. Bibliophiles and polyglots. Megalomaniacs. Instrument addicts. Misfits. Theorists
75(14)
6. Social Factors Beneficial to Scientific Work Material support. Having a profession and doing research work are compatible. The investigator and his family
89(22)
7. Stages of Scientific Research Observation. Experimentation. Working hypotheses. Proof
111(14)
8. On Writing Scientific Papers Justification for scientific contributions. Bibliography. Justice and courtesy in decisions. Description of methods. Conclusions. The need for illustrations. Style. The publication of scientific works
125(12)
9. The Investigator as Teacher
137

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