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“Deductivism in mathematical literature and inductivism in scientific papers are simply the postures we choose to be seen in when the curtain goes up and the public sees us. The theatrical illusion is shattered if we ask what goes on behind the scenes. In real life discovery and justification are almost always different processes.”

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Book:Induction and intuition in scientific thought
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Induction and intuition in scientific thought

This book delves into the concepts of induction and intuition as they relate to scientific inquiry, examining how these methods contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge. more

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Peter Medawar
Peter Medawar

Peter Medawar was a British biologist and immunologist recognized for his work in transplantation immunology. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1960 for his discovery of immunological tolerance. more

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