History of Philosophy of Science

The philosophy of science explores the foundations, methods, and implications of scientific inquiry. It emerged in the 17th century during the Scientific Revolution, with thinkers like Galileo and Newton emphasizing empirical evidence and experiments. In the 20th century, philosophers like Karl Popper introduced ideas such as falsifiability, challenging the demarcation between science and non-science. Post-positivism and feminist perspectives later critiqued traditional views, highlighting social context and values in scientific practice. Today, the philosophy of science continues to examine not only what science is but also its role in society, ethics, and the nature of knowledge itself.