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Abduction, Reason and Science

Processes of Discovery and Explanation

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Focusing on the concept of abduction, this volume delves into its role as a crucial yet overlooked aspect of scientific reasoning. It integrates philosophical, cognitive, and computational perspectives while examining its application in science and medicine. The book addresses key questions about the nature of abduction compared to induction and the hypothetico-deductive method. It also explores the criteria for evaluating hypotheses and the various forms of abduction, situating the discussion at the intersection of cognitive science, epistemology, and logic.

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Abduction, Reason and Science, L. Magnani

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2012
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