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mathscholar.org
[AI summary] The article discusses the intersection of science and philosophy, highlighting the importance of empirical evidence and the scientific method in advancing knowledge. It critiques postmodern science studies for lacking scientific rigor and credibility, referencing the Sokal hoax as a key example. The piece also touches on the contributions of non-Western societies to science and the need for diversity in the scientific community. Ultimately, it concludes that while philosophical reflection has value, it should not replace the empirical foundation of scientific research. |
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scottaaronson.blog
My good friend Sean Carroll took a lot of flak recently for answering this year's Edge question, "What scientific idea is ready for retirement?," with "Falsifiability", and for using string theory and the multiverse as examples of why science needs to break out of its narrow Popperian cage. For more, seethis blog post of Sean's,... |
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blog.rongarret.info
I want to debunk once and for all this idea that "science is just another religion". It isn't, for one simple reason: all religions are bas... |
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www.math.columbia.edu
Max Tegmark has a new book out, entitled Our Mathematical Universe, which is getting a lot of attention. I've written a review of the book for the Wall Street Journal, which is now available ... |
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