Daniel Dennett: Why There Is No Philosophy-Free Science – The Hidden Burden of Philosophy

„There is no such thing as philosophy-free science; there is only science whose philosophical baggage is taken on board without examination.“

Daniel DennettDaniel Dennett explains why there is no science without philosophical assumptions – understand philosophy's hidden role in scientific research.
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Daniel Dennett is an American philosopher, cognitive scientist, and author known for his work on philosophy of mind and science.

This quote reminds us that science never exists detached from philosophical assumptions – only through conscious reflection can we fully understand scientific insights.


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Quote about philosophy-free science by Daniel Dennett

Daniel Clement Dennett III, born in 1942, is a prominent contemporary American philosopher known for his contributions to philosophy of mind, cognitive science, and philosophy of science. He is a professor at Tufts University and the author of influential books such as "Consciousness Explained" and "Darwin's Dangerous Idea."

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