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What piece did Hinshelwood write about social responsibility in science?

  • Science and the future

  • The social role of a scientist

  • Duty and Influence, the Scientist's Dilemma

  • Responsibilities and Rights in the Scientific Field

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In 1964, Hinshelwood wrote a book called "Science and the Future" in which he argued that scientists had a responsibility to use their knowledge to benefit society. He also argued that scientists should be aware of the potential dangers of their work and take steps to minimize those dangers.
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