Mertonian norms of science
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Mertonian norms of science are a set of sociological principles—such as communalism, universalism, disinterestedness, and organized skepticism—that describe the ideal ethical and institutional standards guiding scientific research.
All labels observed (3)
| Label | Occurrences |
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| Mertonian norms of science canonical | 2 |
| Merton thesis | 1 |
| Mertonian sociology of science | 1 |
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Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Mertonian norms of science Context triple: [Robert K. Merton, knownFor, Mertonian norms of science]
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The Social Function of Science
The Social Function of Science is a seminal 1939 work by J. D. Bernal that analyzes the role of scientific research in society, economics, and politics and argues for its planned, socially responsible organization.
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The Rationality of Science
The Rationality of Science is a philosophical work by Alan Musgrave that defends a critical rationalist account of scientific method and justification, engaging with debates over realism, theory choice, and the objectivity of scientific knowledge.
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The Business of Science
The Business of Science is a book by engineer and entrepreneur Simon Ramo that explores how scientific and technical expertise intersect with management, industry, and practical problem-solving in the modern economy.
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Reflections on Big Science
Reflections on Big Science is a book by nuclear physicist and science administrator Alvin M. Weinberg that examines the rise, impact, and societal implications of large-scale scientific enterprises in the modern era.
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Reflections on the Romance of Science
Reflections on the Romance of Science is a collection of essays by Carl Sagan that explores the history, philosophy, and wonder of scientific discovery.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
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Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Mertonian norms of science Target entity description: Mertonian norms of science are a set of sociological principles—such as communalism, universalism, disinterestedness, and organized skepticism—that describe the ideal ethical and institutional standards guiding scientific research.
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A.
The Social Function of Science
The Social Function of Science is a seminal 1939 work by J. D. Bernal that analyzes the role of scientific research in society, economics, and politics and argues for its planned, socially responsible organization.
-
B.
The Rationality of Science
The Rationality of Science is a philosophical work by Alan Musgrave that defends a critical rationalist account of scientific method and justification, engaging with debates over realism, theory choice, and the objectivity of scientific knowledge.
-
C.
The Business of Science
The Business of Science is a book by engineer and entrepreneur Simon Ramo that explores how scientific and technical expertise intersect with management, industry, and practical problem-solving in the modern economy.
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D.
Reflections on Big Science
Reflections on Big Science is a book by nuclear physicist and science administrator Alvin M. Weinberg that examines the rise, impact, and societal implications of large-scale scientific enterprises in the modern era.
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E.
Reflections on the Romance of Science
Reflections on the Romance of Science is a collection of essays by Carl Sagan that explores the history, philosophy, and wonder of scientific discovery.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (46)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
ethics of science concept
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normative framework ⓘ sociological theory ⓘ theory in sociology of science ⓘ |
| aimsTo |
prevent particularistic bias in evaluation
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promote objectivity in science ⓘ protect cognitive goals of science ⓘ |
| alternativeLabel | CUDOS norms ⓘ |
| appliesTo |
institutional structure of science
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scientific communities ⓘ |
| countryOfOrigin |
United States
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linked to:
United States of America
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| criticizedBy |
David Bloor
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linked to:
Bruno Latour
Harry Collins ⓘ sociology of scientific knowledge ⓘ |
| describes |
ethical standards in scientific research
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ideal norms of scientific practice ⓘ institutional imperatives of science ⓘ |
| field |
research ethics
ⓘ
science and technology studies ⓘ
linked to:
STS (science and technology studies)
sociology of science ⓘ |
| formulatedBy | Robert K. Merton ⓘ |
| hasAbbreviation | CUDOS ⓘ |
| hasAssumption |
science is a distinct social institution
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scientists are guided by shared values ⓘ |
| hasComponent |
communalism
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disinterestedness ⓘ organized skepticism ⓘ universalism ⓘ |
| influenced |
codes of conduct in research
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later theories of scientific ethos ⓘ science policy debates ⓘ |
| influencedBy |
Max Weber’s sociology of knowledge
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functionalism in sociology ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| normType |
institutional norm
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prescriptive norm ⓘ |
| publishedIn |
Science, Technology and Society in Seventeenth Century England
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The Sociology of Science ⓘ |
| relatedConcept |
CUDOS vs PLACE norms debate
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research misconduct ⓘ scientific ethos ⓘ scientific integrity ⓘ |
| timePeriod | mid-20th century ⓘ |
| usedIn |
analyses of peer review
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discussions of open science ⓘ empirical studies of scientific communities ⓘ |
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Subject: Mertonian norms of science Description of subject: Mertonian norms of science are a set of sociological principles—such as communalism, universalism, disinterestedness, and organized skepticism—that describe the ideal ethical and institutional standards guiding scientific research.
Referenced by (4)
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linked to: Mertonian norms of science
linked to: Mertonian norms of science