Towards New Metaphysics And Philosophy Of Science

Have you ever wondered how our understanding of reality and the natural world shapes our scientific inquiries? How do our metaphysical assumptions influence the way we do science? These questions have been at the heart of debates surrounding the philosophy of science and metaphysics for centuries.

In recent years, there has been a growing movement towards reevaluating the relationship between metaphysics and the philosophy of science. Scholars and thinkers have begun to recognize that our metaphysical presuppositions impact the very foundations of scientific inquiry, and that a new approach is needed to develop a more holistic understanding of the natural world.

But what exactly is metaphysics? In its simplest form, metaphysics deals with the fundamental nature of reality, asking questions about existence, causality, and the nature of being. It seeks to answer questions beyond what can be observed and measured, drawing on concepts such as substance, essence, and existence.

Emergence: Towards A New Metaphysics and Philosophy of Science

by Mariusz Tabaczek(Illustrated Edition, Kindle Edition)

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Traditionally, metaphysics and the philosophy of science were seen as separate disciplines. Metaphysics provided the philosophical framework within which science operated, while the philosophy of science focused on analyzing the methods and theories of scientific inquiry. However, this strict separation has hindered further exploration of how metaphysics and scientific inquiry are intertwined.

The reevaluation of the relationship between metaphysics and the philosophy of science marks a shift towards a more integrated approach. Scholars argue that our metaphysical assumptions influence the questions we ask, the methods we use, and the theories we develop in science. They suggest that a deeper understanding of metaphysics can enrich our scientific inquiries and lead to new discoveries.

One area where the integration of metaphysics and the philosophy of science has shown promise is in the study of quantum mechanics. Quantum mechanics, the branch of physics that deals with the behavior of particles at the atomic and subatomic level, has challenged our traditional metaphysical assumptions about the nature of reality.

Quantum mechanics has introduced concepts such as superposition, entanglement, and wave-particle duality, which defy our everyday intuitions and demand a reexamination of our metaphysical presuppositions. As a result, many physicists and philosophers have turned to metaphysics to make sense of the quantum world.

For example, some researchers argue that a new metaphysical framework is needed to fully understand quantum phenomena. They propose that a shift towards a process ontology, which emphasizes the dynamic and relational nature of reality, can provide a more suitable foundation for quantum mechanics.

Others suggest that the philosophy of science should incorporate metaphysical considerations when evaluating scientific theories. They argue that metaphysical assumptions, such as realism or instrumentalism, can have significant implications for our interpretation of scientific theories and the nature of scientific knowledge.

Furthermore, the integration of metaphysics and the philosophy of science has led to the development of new research programs that aim to bridge the gap between theoretical and experimental sciences. For instance, the field of integrated information theory combines metaphysics, neuroscience, and computer science to develop a comprehensive theory of consciousness.

, the reevaluation of the relationship between metaphysics and the philosophy of science represents a significant shift in the way we understand and conduct scientific inquiries. It highlights the interconnectedness of metaphysical assumptions and scientific theories, urging us to consider the fundamental nature of reality when exploring the natural world.

Emergence: Towards A New Metaphysics and Philosophy of Science

by Mariusz Tabaczek(Illustrated Edition, Kindle Edition)

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Language	:	English
File size	:	1955 KB
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Over the last several decades, the theories of emergence and downward causation have become arguably the most popular conceptual tools in scientific and philosophical attempts to explain the nature and character of global organization observed in various biological phenomena, from individual cell organization to ecological systems. The theory of emergence acknowledges the reality of layered strata or levels of systems, which are consequences of the appearance of an interacting range of novel qualities.

A closer analysis of emergentism, however, reveals a number of philosophical problems facing this theory. In Emergence, Mariusz Tabaczek offers a thorough analysis of these problems and a constructive proposal of a new metaphysical foundation for both the classic downward causation-based and the new dynamical depth accounts of emergence theory, developed by Terrence Deacon. Tabaczek suggests ways in which both theoretical models of emergentism can be grounded in the classical and the new (dispositionalist) versions of Aristotelianism. This book will have an eager audience in metaphysicians working both in the analytic and the Thomistic traditions, as well as philosophers of science and biology interested in emergence theory and causation.