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Completing the landscape on models and scientific representation: Roman Frigg: Models and theories: a philosophical inquiry. London: Routledge, 2022, 495pp, Open access at: https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781844654918.

Authors :
Teira, David
Source :
Metascience. Jul2024, Vol. 33 Issue 2, p165-168. 4p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Roman Frigg's book, "Models and Theories: A Philosophical Inquiry," explores the relationship between theories and models in science. Frigg provides a comprehensive overview of the topic, discussing the Linguistic View of Theories and the Received View, as well as the Model-Theoretical View. He examines the role of models in representing scientific phenomena and addresses questions about the semantics of theoretical terms. Frigg argues that a dual view, incorporating both linguistic and non-linguistic elements, is necessary for a comprehensive understanding of scientific theories. The book also delves into controversies surrounding scientific representation and the autonomy of models from theories. Overall, Frigg's work offers a valuable contribution to the field of philosophy of science. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08150796
Volume :
33
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Metascience
Publication Type :
Review
Accession number :
178856362
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11016-024-00966-w