Tag Archives: Social sciences

Social science

Posted on April 25, 2019 by ...and Then There's Physics

On a number of occasions I’ve seen suggestions that those who want to communicate the seriousness of climate change, should aim to understand the social sciences and should listen more to social scientists. I’m well aware that there’s much about … Continue reading →

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Political bias in the Academy

Posted on September 19, 2015 by ...and Then There's Physics

I know Eli has mentioned the Heterodox Academy, as has Judith, but I thought I would add my two-cents worth. The goal of the Heterodox Academy seems to be to increase viewpoint diversity in the academy, with a special focus … Continue reading →

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What is science and why should we care? — Part I

Posted on July 30, 2014 by ...and Then There's Physics

Originally posted on Scientia Salon:
by Alan Sokal I propose to share with you a few reflections about the nature of scientific inquiry and its importance for public life. At a superficial level one could say that I will be…

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Circling the square

Posted on May 23, 2014 by ...and Then There's Physics

The seems to have been an interesting, inter-disciplinary meeting in Nottingham called Circling the Square : Research, media, politics, and impact. The goal seems to have been to explore the role of knowledge in policy making and brought together international … Continue reading →

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