9780282314583 - International Survey of the Neural Network Research Community: Preliminary Report (Classic Reprint) de Rappa, Michael A. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the evolution and development of research communities within the field of neural networks, a field inspired by theories of neurological processes in biological organisms. The author examines the sociological dimensions of the research community, focusing on two distinct phases: the "bootlegging" phase and the "bandwagon" phase. The book analyzes the characteristics, attitudes, and behaviors of researchers who enter the field during each phase and their underlying motivations and factors influencing their entry and exit decisions. Through a survey of 710 researchers, the author uncovers significant differences between "bootleggers" (those who enter during the early, underfunded phase) and "bandwagoners" (those who enter during the rapid growth phase). Delving into the thematic depth of these phases, the book sheds light on the challenges and opportunities faced by researchers in each phase, including funding availability, peer recognition, and perceived progress. The author also explores the factors that contribute to the transition between phases, providing insights into the dynamics of research community evolution. Ultimately, this book offers valuable perspectives on the nature of scientific research, particularly the role of individual researchers and the influence of social and economic factors on the development and institutionalization of new technologies. Its insights are not only relevant to the field of neural networks but also have broader implications for understanding the evolution of scientific communities in general. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.