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Conversations with My Father - USSR, Communism and Modern Russia
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Navigating Science and Dissidence in the USSR
This chapter examines the lives of individuals working in a Tashkent nuclear facility, highlighting their academic journeys and the economic incentives driving their research amid state control. It recounts the struggles of a dissident in the 1960s, who faced political repercussions while pursuing a PhD in physics, ultimately leading to a career shift that enriched the English-speaking scientific community. The narrative sheds light on the complex interplay between personal ambitions and political realities within the Soviet Union, illustrating the varied experiences of those labeled as dissidents.
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