Eric Winsberg

Science in the Age of Computer Simulation

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ISBN 13:: 9780226902043
author:: Eric Winsberg
format:: Paperback
publisher:: University of Chicago Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2010
Pages:: 168
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 centimetres (0
Genre:: Science, Research & Methodology, Science,
Condition:: New
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Science in the Age of Computer Simulation by Eric Winsberg explores the impact of digital computer simulation on scientific practice. This philosophical analysis scrutinizes key issues such as the nature of evidence, values in science, and the role of fictions. By examining these topics through the lens of simulation, Winsberg sheds new light on the relationship between simulations, experiments, theories, and data. The book delves into the core concerns of philosophy of science, transforming our understanding of the digital computer's role in scientific inquiry. Winsberg investigates how simulations compare to traditional experiments and assess their reliability. This thought-provoking work is essential for anyone seeking to understand the implications of simulation on modern scientific research. By applying a philosophical perspective, Winsberg provides a nuanced exploration of the possibilities and limitations of computer simulation.

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