Assumption Quote by Daniel Dennett
“There is no such thing as philosophy-free science, just science that has been conducted without any consideration of its underlying philosophical assumptions.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Philosophy of Science, 2012
Science always rests on philosophical assumptions, even when unacknowledged.
In simple terms: Science isn’t free of philosophy.
Recognize hidden philosophical foundations in scientific work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research design
- policy analysis
- education curricula
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions underlie your field’s methods?
- How can you make them explicit?
Philosophical scrutiny can stall practical progress.