Thomas Samuel Kuhn

Thomas Samuel Kuhn was an influential philosopher of science best known for his concepts of "paradigms" and "paradigm shifts." He argued that scientific progress is not a steady accumulation of knowledge but occurs through periods of normal science, where scientists work within established frameworks (paradigms). When anomalies arise that cannot be explained, a shift occurs, leading to a new paradigm that redefines understanding in the field. His ideas encourage us to see science as a dynamic and contextual process, shaped by social and historical factors, rather than as a purely objective quest for truth.