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Happy Accidents: Serendipity In Major Medical Breakthroughs In The Twentieth Century
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Happy Accidents Is A Fascinating, Entertaining, And Highly Accessible Look At The Surprising Role Serendipity Has Played In Some Of The Most Important Medical Discoveries In The Twentieth Century. What Do Penicillin, Chemotherapy Drugs, Xrays, Valium, The Pap Smear, And Viagra Have In Common? They Were Each Discovered Accidentally, Stumbled Upon In The Search For Something Else. In The 1990S, Pfizer Had High Hopes For A New Drug That Would Boost Blood Flow To The Heart. As They Conducted Trials On Angina Sufferers, Researchers Noted A Startling Effect: While The Drug Did Not Affect Blood Flow To The Heart, It Did Affect Blood Flow Elsewhere! Now Over Six Million American Men Have Taken Viagra In Their Lifetime.Winston Churchill Once Said, Men Occasionally Stumble Across The Truth, But Most Of Them Pick Themselves Up And Hurry Off As If Nothing Has Happened. Within The Scientific Community, A Certain Stigma Is Attached To Chance Discovery Because It Is Wrongly Seen As Pure Luck. Happy Accidents Certainly Happen Every Day, But It Takes Intelligence, Insight, And Creativity To Recognize A Eureka, I Found What I Wasn'T Looking For! Moment And Know What To Do Next. In Discussing Medical Breakthroughs, Dr. Morton Meyers Makes A Cogent, Highly Engaging Argument For A More Creative, Rather Than Purely Linear, Approach To Science. And It May Just Save Our Lives!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Happy Accidents'? A: 'Happy Accidents' explores the role of serendipity in major medical breakthroughs of the twentieth century, highlighting how accidental discoveries have led to significant medical advancements.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Happy Accidents'? A: The book is authored by Dr. Morton A. Meyers, who presents an engaging argument about the creative aspects of scientific discovery.
- Q: What kind of medical discoveries are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses several notable medical discoveries, including penicillin, chemotherapy drugs, X-rays, Valium, the Pap smear, and Viagra, all of which were stumbled upon rather than intentionally discovered.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Happy Accidents'? A: 'Happy Accidents' was published on September 1, 2011.
- Q: How many pages does 'Happy Accidents' have? A: 'Happy Accidents' contains a total of 400 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Happy Accidents' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Happy Accidents' suitable for all readers? A: The book is written in an accessible style, making it suitable for both general readers and those interested in medical history and science.
- Q: Does the book provide insights on how to recognize serendipitous moments? A: Yes, 'Happy Accidents' discusses the importance of recognizing serendipitous moments in scientific research and how to act upon them creatively.
- Q: What is the condition of the book if purchased used? A: The book is listed as being in 'Very Good' condition, indicating that it has been well cared for with minimal wear.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Happy Accidents'? A: The book explores themes of chance, creativity in science, and the misconceptions surrounding accidental discoveries in the medical field.