Philosophy For Our Times On the 'demons' of science | Jimena Canales interview
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Jul 2, 2024 
Award-winning science historian Jimena Canales joins the podcast to discuss the concept of 'demons' in science, the process of discovery, and the nature of the unknown. She explores the essence of scientific discovery, the role of imaginary entities in science, the importance of creativity in scientific endeavors, and the fascination with historical scientific eras.
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History's Importance in Science
- Scientists rarely study history, unlike philosophers.
- History offers the only natural experiment, revealing past discoveries and informing current scientific progress.
Science as Discovery
- Science is not just hypothesis testing but a process of bringing new things into the world.
- The process of discovery is unpredictable, often tied to the unconscious, and not well-studied.
Discovery vs. Invention
- The relationship between discovery and invention in science is complex and under-investigated.
- It's threatening to view scientists as inventors, blurring the lines between science and creative professions.