Donald E. Stokes
Born in 1927
Political Science
Donald E. Stokes was an American political scientist born in 1927 and passed away in 1997.
He is best known for his work on science policy and research categorization, particularly his book "Pasteur's Quadrant." Stokes challenged the traditional divide between basic and applied research, proposing a more nuanced framework for understanding scientific endeavors.
His ideas have influenced discussions on research funding and policy.
Stokes served as Dean of the Graduate School at the University of Michigan, where he was known as "Dean Don." His work continues to be relevant in debates about the relationship between scientific research and societal needs.
