S_24 Philosophy of Science – part IV: The role of observations in building knowledge
| Organiser | Hans von Storch, Jochem Marotzke |
| Credits | 2 |
| Mode | Weekly seminar |
| Location | ZMAW, N101 |
| Day(s) | Wednesdays |
| Time | 16:15 – 17:45 |
| Content | The theme of this section is the role of observations in the construction of scientific knowledge. The seminar series aims for an improved understanding of major scientific tools in Earth System science. Previously, we discussed the application and importance of ‘statistics’, ‘high-end models’, and ‘theories’ as scientific models of minimum complexity, discussing their applicability and usefulness in creating scientific knowledge. The first day is reserved for the finding of seminar presentation and for defining the itinerary. Senior scientists will start the seminar, presenting selected topics of relevant aspects regarding observation in the progress and development of scientific knowledge. Proposed contributions up to now are: Experiments and Observations Resulting in and Leading towards the Discovery of Phenomenon - Bruemmer Application of Monitoring and Long-term Observations to Describe Specific Phenomenon - Marotzke Data Assimilation - Stammer Design of Scientific Experiments to Gain Meaningful Observation - Bakan Implementation of Newly Developed Technology - Rosenthal History of Ideas in Empirical Science - von Storch Students are asked to volunteer seminar contributions, presenting the use of observation in their particular scientific research. |
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