JOURNAL ARTICLE

Atomic Weapons.

  • Published In: Transactions of the American Philosophical Society, 2024, v. 113, n. 2. P. 13 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Oppenheimer, J. R. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Atomic Weapons" by J. R. Oppenheimer discusses the development and implications of atomic weapons, highlighting the scientific advancements and ethical dilemmas associated with their creation. Oppenheimer emphasizes the transformative impact of atomic weapons on global relations and the urgent need for international cooperation to prevent their catastrophic use. The article calls for a reevaluation of the role of science in society and advocates for a collective effort to address the existential threat posed by atomic weapons. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Transactions of the American Philosophical Society. 2024/06, Vol. 113, Issue 2, p13
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:00659746
  • DOI:10.1353/tap.2024.a930780
  • Accession Number:182248961
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