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Thomas Kuhn (July 1922-June 1996): Contributions to the Philosophy of Science

  • 1962 Thomas Kunn's "The Structure of Scientific Revolutions"

    In "The Structure of Scientific Revolutions," (1962) Kuhn revolutionized philosophy of science, exploring scientific knowledge's evolution. The book introduces "paradigms," dominant frameworks guiding research in specific fields. Kuhn's paradigm concept challenged linear progress, suggesting normal science periods within shared paradigms punctuated by scientific revolutions. These shifts occur due to anomalies, lead to new, comprehensive paradigms reshaping scientific perception.
  • Thomas Kunn's "The Essential Tension"

    Thomas Kunn's "The Essential Tension"
    In "The Essential Tension," Thomas Kuhn,brings his ideas on scientific progress and paradigms receive in-depth exploration. Through thought-provoking essays, Kuhn delves into interplay between established paradigms and the need for progress in scientific thought. This further enriches how scientific knowledge evolves within the context of shifting paradigms. Kuhn's insights continue to shape the discourse on the complex relationship between tradition and innovation in scientific pursuits.
  • 1979: "The Road Since Structure,"

    1979: "The Road Since Structure,"
    In 1979, Thomas Kuhn released "The Road Since Structure," a follow-up to his influential work "The Structure of Scientific Revolutions." This book delves further into the evolution of scientific knowledge, exploring how paradigms have shifted and developed since his initial ideas. Kuhn examines the ongoing changes in scientific fields, shedding light on the complexities of progress and the impact of new paradigms on scientific understanding.
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