ISBN:
9781402093685
Language:
English
Pages:
Online-Ressource
,
v.: digital
Edition:
Online-Ausg. Springer eBook Collection. Humanities, Social Science and Law Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Series Statement:
Boston Studies In The Philosophy Of Science 276
DDC:
501
Keywords:
Philosophy (General)
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Science Philosophy
;
Aufsatzsammlung
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Frankreich
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Naturwissenschaften
;
Philosophie
Abstract:
Having examined previous volumes of the Boston Studies series devoted to different countries, and having discussed the best way to present contemporary research in France, we have arrived at a careful selection of 15 participants, including the organizers. Our aim is to bring together philosophers and practicing scientist from the major institutions of the country, both universities and research centers. The areas of research represented here cover a wide spectrum of sciences, from mathematics and physics to the life sciences, as well as linguistics and economics. This selection is a showcase of French philosophy of science, illustrating the different methods employed: logico-linguistic analysis, rational reconstruction and historical inquiry. These participants have the ability to relate their research both to the French tradition and current discussions on the international scene. Also included is a substantial historical introduction, explaining the development of philosophy of science in France, the various schools of thought and methods as well as the major concepts and their significance.
Description / Table of Contents:
The Legend of Philosophy's Striptease (Trends in Philosophy of Science); French Philosophy of Technology; A Problem in General Philosophy of Science: The Rational Criteria of Choice; Science and Realism: The Legacy of Duhem and Meyerson in Contemporary American Philosophy of Science; Philosophy and 20th Century Physics; Foundations of Physics: The Empirical Blindness; Philosophy of Chemistry; Pharmacology as a Physical Object; Philosophy of Biology: An Historico-Critical Characterization; Philosophy and Contemporary Biological Research; What is a Mental Function?
Description / Table of Contents:
Philosophy of Cognitive ScienceDuhemian Themes in Expected Utility Theory
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
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Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
DOI:
10.1007/978-1-4020-9368-5
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