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OverviewThis textbook is a comprehensive, engaging, and user-friendly introduction to philosophy of science written by a philosopher and a scientist. By exploring traditional debates within philosophy of science, as well as analysing contemporary scientific controversies for philosophical bias, the reader is invited to reflect upon how philosophical assumptions influence scientific theory, methods, and practice. Key features: Is an accessible introduction to philosophy of science written by a philosopher and a scientist. Includes some of the many important contributions from women philosophers and scientists. Demonstrates the philosophical influences on scientific thinking, practice, and expert disagreement. Applies philosophy of science to analyse some specific real-life cases of scientific controversy. This book is an essential resource for students and teachers in philosophy of science. It is also ideal for anyone interested in the philosophical influences on contemporary science. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Rani Lill Anjum , Elena RoccaPublisher: Springer International Publishing AG Imprint: Palgrave Macmillan Edition: 2024 ed. ISBN: 9783031560484ISBN 10: 3031560485 Pages: 203 Publication Date: 18 July 2024 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationRani Lill Anjum is a Research Fellow in Philosophy at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences. Elena Rocca is Associate Professor at the Department of Life Sciences and Health at Oslo Metropolitan University. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |