Experimental Philosophy of Biology: Notes from the Field

Stotz, Karola (2007) Experimental Philosophy of Biology: Notes from the Field.

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Abstract

I use a recent 'experimental philosophy' study of the concept of the gene conducted by myself and collaborators to discuss the broader epistemological framework within which that research was conducted, and to reflect on the relationship between science, history and philosophy of science, and society.

Keywords:Representing Genes, Biohumanities, Postgenomic Gene Concept, X-Phi, science criticism, science communication
Subjects:General Issues: Philosophers of Science
ID Code:3331
Deposited By:Stotz, Karola
Deposited On:07 May 2007
Additional Information:PSA 2006 symposium presentation