The Ethical Chemist

Professionalism and Ethics in Science

By: Jeffrey Kovac

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Hardcover | 21 September 2018 | Edition Number 2

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232 Pages

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23.39 x 15.6 x 1.42

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This book is an introduction to professional ethics in chemistry. After a brief overview of ethical theory, it provides a detailed discussion of professional ethic for chemists based on the view that the specific codes of conduct derive from a moral ideal. The moral ideal presented here has three parts. The first refers to the practice of science, the second to relationships within the scientific community and the third to the relationship between science and society, particularly the uses of science. The question of why a scientist should obey the professional code is discussed in terms of the virtue of reverence, after which the ethical issues unique to chemistry are identified. A method for approaching ethical problems is presented. Finally, there is a large collection of specific ethical problems, or cases, each followed by a commentary where the issues raised by that case are discussed.

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"In short, The Ethical Chemist: Professionalism and Ethics in Science offers a valuable resource for any chemist or chemistry student with an interest in recognizing and navigating the ethical terrain of their field." -- Janet D. Stemwedel, Department of Philosophy, San José State University, International Journal for Philosophy of Chemistry "... a valuable resource for any chemist or chemistry student with an interest in recognizing and navigating the ethical terrain of their field. Moreover, it invites its readers to be reflective about the everyday decisions in their work, both from the point of view of chemical practice and in the context of the wellbeing of the human community." -- Janet D. Stemwedel, HYLE International Journal for Philosophy of Chemistry

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