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Cat Gillen: Do Electrons Exist?

Nov 27, 2023
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Cat Gillen
Cat Gillen, philosopher of science doctoral candidate, discusses the debate between realists and instrumentalists in the philosophy of science, focusing on the existence of electrons. They explore historical experiments, evidence, and theories surrounding electrons, as well as the implications in various scientific fields. They also touch on the challenges faced by realists in proving their theories and the existence and reality of human thoughts.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Role of Philosophy of Science
01:34 • 11min
3
Discussion on Funding and Plans for the Next Episode
12:20 • 16sec
4
Upcoming Improvements to Videos
12:36 • 10sec
5
Subscription Options and Engagement Request
12:46 • 13sec
6
An Analysis of Realism and...
12:59 • 18sec
7
The Existence and Understanding of Electrons
13:17 • 21min
8
Working within Different Regimes and Expanding Perspective
34:11 • 4min
9
Realists' Response to the Meta Pessimistic Induction
38:36 • 21min
10
The Existence and Reality of Human Thoughts
59:27 • 13min