Scientific Realism Challenges Common Sense, Redefines Truth in Modern Science
The article "Scientific Realism: A Critical Reappraisal" discusses the challenges of scientific realism and the nature of scientific progress. It argues that current science and future science may not fully capture reality. The exploration model suggests that scientific progress is nonconvergent, with scientific revolutions potentially being endless. The idea of ideal-state realism is proposed as the best option. The article also critiques instrumentalism and emphasizes the importance of truth in science. It explores the disconnect between the success of scientific theories and their truth. The anthropomorphic nature of human science and the role of evolution in scientific success are also discussed. The roots of objectivity and the pragmatic basis of objectivity are examined, along with hints of idealism.