An accessible yet critical introduction to the debates about models and theories within analytical philosophy of science since the 1920s. Essential reading for advanced undergraduates and researchers working in philosophy of science, philosophy of mathematics, and philosophy of technology.
Focusing on the complexities of scientific representation, this monograph critically examines current theories and presents the DEKI account as a novel framework. It navigates the intertwined problems of representation, offering an extensive overview of existing literature while evaluating their merits. The authors illustrate how their account applies to both material and non-material models, integrates mathematical aspects, and explores connections between scientific and artistic representation. This work serves as a vital resource for both newcomers and researchers seeking a thorough understanding of the topic.
This Element presents a philosophical exploration of the notion of scientific representation. It does so by focussing on an important class of scientific representations, namely scientific models. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.