Complexity Thinking: Science in the Age of Alternative Truths
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Complexity Thinking: Science in the Age of Alternative Truths

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Complexity Thinking: Science in the Age of Alternative Truths

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Many scholars agree that we are currently living in post-ideological times, and that the role of religion and social ideology has become increasingly limited as a means to organise society. Some even talk of a 'post-truth' era, as truth itself has become suspect, and public debate has become infected with terms such as 'fake news' and 'alternative truths.' In fact, in many scientific areas the notions of truth, objectivity and fact are being questioned, and are often even considered instruments that aim to perpetuate relationships of power of elites.This book aims to take a position in these debates by looking at the often-implicit associations behind truth, objectivity, and fact. By taking a complexity-informed, dialectical approach, a more encompassing understanding of these concepts can be developed, that both respects the formidable achievements of science, while being sensitive to the critique that has been raised, most notably by postmodern thought.

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Publisher
Austin Macauley Publishers
Year
2024
ISBN
9781398490215
Topic
Philosophy
Subtopic
Philosophy History & Theory

Table of contents

  1. Complexity Thinking: Science in the Age of Alternative Truths
  2. About the Author
  3. Dedication
  4. Copyright Information ©
  5. Acknowledgement
  6. Introduction
  7. Chapter 1: Science in the Age of Alternative Truths
  8. Chapter 2: Complexity
  9. Chapter 3: Self-Referentiality
  10. Chapter 4: Uncertainty
  11. Chapter 5: Patterns
  12. Chapter 6: Pattern Libraries
  13. Chapter 7: Interference
  14. Chapter 8: An Ethics of Complexity
  15. Chapter 9: Normative Professionalisation
  16. Chapter 10: Transcendence
  17. Epilogue
  18. Table of Figures
  19. Literature