Focal Interest
Focal Interest

Philosophy and History of Science

External reference: https://openalex.org/T10778

  1. Reconstructing Propositions: Symbols, Facts, and the Empirical Framework
    Reconstructing propositions through Ayer and Ryle's eliminativist project, this paper develops an anti-representationalist framework grounding propositions in linguistic practices rather than.
  2. Metaphysics Reimagined
    Analysis of metaphysics' loss of credibility and pathways for renewal through methodological integration of introspection, evolutionary evidence, and testable inquiry.
  3. ECT practice shows variability despite guideline-based dosing
    Commentary on ECT practice variability arguing for data-informed refinement of dosing strategies, E-field modeling, and seizure assessment rather than acceptance of current conventions.
  4. Précis outlines themes and aims of Scientific Testimony
    Introductory framework establishing themes and objectives for a symposium examining scientific testimony, its epistemology, institutional roles, and mechanisms of expert authorization.
  5. Forensic knowledge depends on managing transformation, uncertainty, and warrant
    Theoretical analysis of forensic knowledge production addressing technical instrumentalism through ontology, transformation processes, and epistemic capture mechanisms in institutional structures.
  6. Contextual Bohmian mechanics is presented as a solution to the macro-object problem
    Contextual Bohmian Mechanics with local context field resolves Albert's Macro-Object Problem for primitive ontology quantum mechanics through hylomorphic composition of matter and form.
  7. Plasticity is examined as a boundary concept in biology
    Explore plasticity as a boundary concept in biology, tracing its evolution from Aristotelian philosophy to modern science and examining its theoretical roles in contemporary biological research.