The Economic Ideas of Notable Scientists

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This book examines the economic ideas of notable scientists and how they have contributed to the conception of science, technology, and innovation within the history of economic thought. It examines the economic ideas of notable scientists and evaluates their position within the history of economics. From Copernicus interests in monetary theory and Galileos pondering of the relationship between science and technology, to Einsteins analysis of the Great Depression and Marie Curies innovations in the financing of research, a long history of the relationship between science, technology, and economics is presented. This book offers unique insight into an overlooked contribution to economic thought. It will be relevant to students and researchers interested in technological development and the history of economic thought.

Autorenportrait

Estrella Trincado Aznar is Professor of History of Economic Thought at the Complutense University of Madrid, Spain. 

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