In Foreign Lands: The Migration of Scientists for Political or Economic Reasons
In Foreign Lands: The Migration of Scientists for Political or Economic Reasons
English | 2022 | ISBN: 3030802485 | 405 Pages | PDF | 11 MB
English | 2022 | ISBN: 3030802485 | 405 Pages | PDF | 11 MB
This proceedings volume collects the stories of mathematicians and scientists who have spent and developed parts of their careers and life in countries other than those of their origin. The reasons may have been different in different periods but were often driven by political or economic circumstances: The lack of suitable employment opportunities in their home countries, adverse political systems, and wars have led to the emigration of scientists. The volume shows that these movements have played an important role in spreading scientific knowledge and have often changed the scientific landscape, tradition and future of studies and research fields.