EPISODE · Oct 17, 2024 · 24 MIN
Global Mega-Science: Universities, Research Collaboration, and Knowledge Production with David Baker
from The World of Higher Education · host Higher Education Strategy Associates
Join host Alex Usher in this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast as he interviews Dr. David Baker, coauthor of 'Global Mega-Science: Universities, Research Collaborations, and Knowledge Production.' They delve into the historical transformation of universities into major scientific research hubs, covering the evolution from individual labs to global mega-science collaborations. The discussion touches on the rise of the university science model, the significant role universities play in producing research publications, the impact of research commercialization, and how educational access has facilitated this development. They also explore international cooperation despite political and economic challenges, and the future scope and challenges of global science collaboration. 👉 Episode Links:Global Mega-Science: Universities, Research Collaborations, and Knowledge Production by by David P. Baker, Justin J.W. Powell
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Join host Alex Usher in this episode of the World of Higher Education podcast as he interviews Dr. David Baker, coauthor of 'Global Mega-Science: Universities, Research Collaborations, and Knowledge Production.' They delve into the historical transformation of universities into major scientific research hubs, covering the evolution from individual labs to global mega-science collaborations. The discussion touches on the rise of the university science model, the significant role universities play in producing research publications, the impact of research commercialization, and how educational access has facilitated this development. They also explore international cooperation despite political and economic challenges, and the future scope and challenges of global science collaboration. 👉 Episode Links:Global Mega-Science: Universities, Research Collaborations, and Knowledge Production by by David P. Baker, Justin J.W. Powell
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