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French studies in the philosophy of science

contemporary research in morality

edited byAnastasios Brenner

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.

Details | Table of Contents

Science and realism

the legacy of duhem and Meyerson in contemporary American philosophy of science

Sandra Laugier

pp.91-112

https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4020-9368-5_4
Philosophy of biology

an historico-critical characterization

pp.201-212

https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4020-9368-5_9

Publication details

Publisher: Springer

Place: Dordrecht

Year: 2009

Pages: 375

ISBN (hardback): 978-1-4020-9367-8

ISBN (digital): 978-1-4020-9368-5

Full citation:

Brenner Anastasios (2009) French studies in the philosophy of science: contemporary research in morality. Dordrecht, Springer.