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Education of American research astronomers, 1876-1941

Creator:

Hall, Robert Dale, 1947-

Abstract:

The education (particularly graduate education) of Americans who were active in astronomical research between 1876 and 1941 is assessed for its effectiveness in preparing the astronomers for careers in research. This period contains three dynamic changes: the growth of American astronomy in becoming the world's leading community of astronomers, the...

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Dissertation
Theory and Practice in Eighteenth-Century British Medicine: "Regimental Practice" by John Buchanan, M.D.

Creator:

Kopperman, Paul E.

Abstract:

In 1746, Dr John Buchanan, a recently retired medical officer in the British Army, produced a manuscript, 'Regimental Practice, or a Short History of Diseases common to His Majesties own Royal Regiment of Horse Guards when abroad (Commonly called the Blews).' Revised almost until the time of Buchanan's death in...

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Book

Full Text:

: Indispensable to Complete Naval, Military, and Other Surgeons (London: Samuel Highley, 1808), p. 126. 10 to
John Archibald Wheeler : a study of mentoring in modern physics

Creator:

Christensen, Terry M.

Abstract:

This dissertation has two objectives. The first objective is to determine where best to situate the study of mentoring (i.e. the 'making of scientists') on the landscape of the history of science and science studies. This task is accomplished by establishing mentoring studies as a link between the robust body...

Resource Type:

Dissertation