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1Max-Planck-Institut für Wissenschaftsgeschichte, Berlin. rheinbg@mpiwg-berlin.mpg.de
Berichte Zur Wissenschaftsgeschichte
|January 8, 2008
Summary
This study explores the evolution of experimental cultures in science, particularly in life sciences. It highlights how in vitro experimentation has transformed biological analysis and scientific understanding.
Area of Science:
- History of Science
- Life Sciences
- Scientific Methodology
Context:
- The historical underappreciation of experimentation in science.
- The recent 'practical turn' in science studies.
- The need for new frameworks to understand scientific development.
Purpose:
- To introduce and utilize the concept of 'experimental culture' to analyze scientific history.
- To examine the evolution of experimental practices in the life sciences.
- To provide a detailed survey of changing in vitro experimentation techniques.
Summary:
- The paper proposes 'experimental culture' as a lens to move beyond traditional disciplinary histories.
- It analyzes the transformation of in vitro experimentation in life sciences.
- This includes examining how biological functions are studied in laboratory settings.
Impact:
- Offers a novel conceptual tool for the history of science.
- Illuminates the dynamic nature of experimental practices.
- Provides insights into the development of modern life sciences research.
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