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“Taken over the centuries, scientific ideas have exerted a force on our civilization fully as great as the more tangible practical applications of scientific research.”

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I. Bernard Cohen
I. Bernard Cohen

I. Bernard Cohen was a prominent American historian of science and philosopher of science. His research focused on the Scientific Revolution and the history of science, particularly known for his work on Galileo. Cohen's contributions have had a profound impact on the fields of philosophy of science and the history of science. more

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