The observation that there are underlying regularities in nature dates from prehistoric times, since the recognition of cause-and-effect relationships is an implicit recognition that there are laws of nature. The recognition of such regularities as independent scientific laws per se, though, was limited by their entanglement in animism, and by the attribution of many effects that do not have readily obvious causes—such as meteorological, astronomical and biological phenomena—to the actions of various gods, spirits, supernatural beings, etc. Observation and speculation about nature were intimately bound up with metaphysics and morality. American association for the advancement of science Be sure to secure loose items before opening the window or door.
The goal of the Association for the Advancement of Science Week is to inspire young people to get interested in science and appreciate its significance. Derwent Innovations Index on Web of Science Even with all of these rules in place though, it's still possible to conduct unethical science.