That such things are said at all, though, does prompt me to wonder if the history, philosophy and social contexts of science should be a compulsory part of all science higher education.
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Definitely yes!
We’re… historical & social organisms, and “There is no such thing as philosophy-free science; there is only science whose philosophical baggage is taken on board without examination.”
(D.C. Dennett)
Now is a time when discussing history and news should be mandatory—the play of parallels and differences. Not a single young scientist should believe that the conditions for doing science are given; they must be fought for from time to time.
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We’re… historical & social organisms, and “There is no such thing as philosophy-free science; there is only science whose philosophical baggage is taken on board without examination.”
(D.C. Dennett)