It's possible you are thinking of:
* Owen Gingerich: A renowned historian of astronomy who has written extensively on the history of science, particularly in relation to astronomy.
* Don R. Swanson: A researcher known for his work in "discovery by citation" and for his book "The Concept of a Scientific Information System: Some Thoughts on the Future."
If you could provide more context or a specific book title, I may be able to help you find the author you are looking for.