Universal Aspects of Scientific Practice: Commitment, Methodology, and Technique

Universal Aspects of Scientific Practice: Commitment, Methodology, and Technique

Description: Universal Aspects of Scientific Practice: Commitment, Methodology, and Technique offers a unique contribution to the philosophy of science by focusing on the actual practice of science. The authors explore the processes through which scientific knowledge is generated, seeking out universal features that characterize the practice of science across different disciplines. This book emphasizes science as an activity where scientists engage with evidence through claims, arguments, and predictions.

The book introduces key concepts such as presuppositions, modes of inference, and consequences in the scientific process, providing a detailed examination of how commitment, methodology, and technique shape the development of knowledge. Through eight case studies presented in chronological order, the authors illustrate the ways these categories come into play in the real-world practice of physicists and researchers in the physical sciences. Each case provides insight into how scientists work to generate and extend knowledge by formulating arguments based on evidence.

Key Features:

• Philosophy of Science: Provides a fresh perspective on how science is practiced by focusing on methodology and techniques.
• Scientific Knowledge Creation: Detailed analysis of processes that contribute to scientific discovery.
• Case Studies: Explores eight examples to illustrate the application of methodology, commitment, and technique in scientific research.
• Commitment, Methodology, and Technique: Breaks down the essential components of how science operates.

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Table of Contents (Short Version):

1. Introduction
2. Case Studies
   • Case 1: Scientific Commitment and Early Theories
   • Case 2: Methodology in 20th Century Physics
   • Case 3: Experimental Technique in Modern Research
3. Conclusion: Features of Scientific Practice – Commitment, Methodology, and Technique

Product Details:

• Publisher: Springer
• Published: November 10, 2023
• ISBN-10: 3031416988
• ISBN-13: 978-3031416989
• Edition: 1st
• Language: English
• Paperback: 101 pages