Introduction to the Philosophy of Science and Technology (21st Century Philosophy Series Textbooks)

Author: Liu Da Chun
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: Philosophy of Science and Technology is a philosophical response to the demands and challenges of science and technology in the modern era. Since the modern period, it has been closely related to the epistemological and linguistic turns in the history of thought. It has profoundly influenced the development of philosophy and human thought through two major philosophical movements: positivism in the 19th century and logical empiricism in the 20th century. This book is a foundational work in the philosophy of science and technology. Its distinctive feature lies in its nature as a specialized textbook, which not only covers the main contents of the field but also fully incorporates the latest research achievements from both domestic and international studies over the past 20 years. It focuses on examining the relationships and interactions between science and technology, humans, nature, and social systems. It provides fundamental and unique discussions on issues such as sustainable development, scientific activities and methods, technological innovation, the relationship between scientific and economic/social transformation, the operational mechanisms of science and technology, the conflict between science and anti-science, and the integration of science and technology with culture.