At the height of the great method debate in the 20th century what were Carl Popper and Thomas Kuhn debating about? How long did the discourse start last etc? Who won the debate? What was the take away and where are we at with it today?
Context: reading some #philosophy of #science lately as well.
I picture the mind kind of like a garden, all the parts I’m learning revolve around a similar theme which is mostly around some of the nuts and bolts of #science.
Popper is now mostly known for refutation, which most scientists know, but rarely follow in the pure form. Kuhn was much closer to how science is actually being done. Arguably, Kuhn was more of sociologist of science than philosopher of science. Both are considered wrong in their own way, i.e. their theories have known problems and gaps.
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Yes I do understand however I was hoping to get human input on the topic, not trying to run anyone under the bus, just get some friendly perspectives that’s all! Thanks for answering!
For some broad questions I just like to hear from others first maybe get some organic answers. Before I form anything about the subject that’s all.
I do use Plato @ Stanford anytime I have any questions regarding specifics. I was more interested in contextual and chrono that’s all :)
Massive science stuff happening . I ordered Professor Dugatskin book. The well Connected animal! https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/W/bo212549914.html
On a side note
Here’s one for you I think you will find fascinating and quite enjoyable and relatable.
I like the authors playful but candid style of writing.
Camilla Pang, a computational biologist, cancer researcher and writer :)
Nice! That looks like some really good reading right there. I have not read the Bergstom textbook, but I am fortunate enough to have copies of both Strickberger's and Futuyama's textbooks at home and I really enjoyed both. It's such a fascinating subject.
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A professor reccomended Professor Neil Shubin books as well. I’ve read all three and it really gave me a better perspective on life. Neil Shubin “Your inner fish”. Sooo much fun!
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I ran across these articles, I thought it may helpful for future scientists and educators, perhaps a alternative frame for others
In which direction do you think the field should go? What influence do you want to see more of? And how much should you let your own personal preferences and interests guide your decision?
@lydiaschoch@actuallyautistic@actuallyadhd glad you liked it! 🥰It’s one of my all time favorites, it carried me well through a lot of soul searching moments, especially when I have been trying to figure something out, so I thought some others may relate.
