You can only exclude it on philosophical grounds. In my…
“You can only exclude it on philosophical grounds. In my view there is absolutely nothing wrong in that. What I want to bring into the open is the fact that we are using philosophical criteria in choosing our models. A lot of cosmology tries to hide that.”
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Philosophical criteria influence model selection, often hidden in cosmology.
In simple terms: Philosophy shapes scientific choices, sometimes unnoticed.
Acknowledge hidden philosophical biases.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research design
- theory choice
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance rigor with openness?
Philosophical scrutiny can slow progress.