Welche Kompetenz hat Wissenschaftsphilosophie?

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Many prominent scientists argue that philosophy offers no benefit to science, with Stephen Hawking famously declaring it dead. However, science grapples with fundamental questions such as "What is a natural law?" and "What is a scientific theory?" These inquiries fall outside the realm of empirical investigation, placing them within the philosophy of science—a metatheory that intersects with epistemology, ontology, and metaphysics. This field examines the validity of scientific results and the existence of entities like quarks and electrons. It raises critical questions, including how to define the boundaries between scientific disciplines, the relationship between beauty and truth in theories, and how to differentiate science from pseudoscience. Furthermore, the philosophy of science addresses ethical dilemmas posed by modern technology, methodological issues, and the evolution of scientific theories, while also scrutinizing potential indoctrination within science. The optimistic takeaway is that philosophy is still relevant; however, philosophers need to engage in dialogue with scientists. The call is for collaborative discussions between these two fields, emphasizing the importance of their interaction.