Fashion in Science: Does it Exist?

摘要: Although scientists generally consider fashion, which they define as the selection of problems on basis non-scientific criteria, a form deviance, it is not necessary to postulate deviant motives part scientist in order interpret phenomenon fashion science. The rapid acceptance scientific information can be explained more satisfactorily process exceptionally growth field. conditions produce an exceptional rate are described. theoretical development field and relative number attracted determines whether exhibiting this type will labeled “fashionable.” Whether label deserved also depends