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David Deutsch: Knowledge Creation and The Human Race, Part 2

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CHAPTER

The Evolution of Knowledge and Innovation

This chapter explores the iterative process of knowledge creation and the role of problem-solving in innovation, emphasizing the value of creative conjecture. It discusses the evolution of scientific understanding through the lens of Popperian epistemology, highlighting the interplay between simplicity, complexity, and the development of theories. Additionally, the chapter challenges the notion of definitive endpoints in knowledge, advocating for a continuous pursuit of deeper explanations in the face of unresolved questions.

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