Richard Dawid

Richard Dawid is a philosopher of science known for developing the "non-empirical theory assessment" approach. He argues that scientists often rely on logical reasoning, theoretical virtues (like consistency and explanatory power), and contextual clues—beyond direct experimental evidence—to evaluate and develop scientific theories. This perspective is especially relevant in fields like theoretical physics, where direct testing can be difficult. Dawid’s work helps clarify how scientific beliefs can be rationally justified even without immediate empirical verification, emphasizing the role of reasoning and inference in the advancement of science.