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Evolutionary systems biology (ESB) integrates evolutionary and systems biology. This study explores the philosophical challenges and benefits of this interdisciplinary approach, enhancing both fields.

Keywords:
Evolutionary biologyEvolutionary systems biologyExplanationPhilosophy of biologyPhilosophy of scienceSystems biology

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Area of Science:

  • Integrative biology
  • Philosophy of science
  • Evolutionary biology
  • Systems biology

Background:

  • Evolutionary systems biology (ESB) is an emerging interdisciplinary field.
  • ESB combines methods, models, and data from evolutionary and systems biology.
  • Tensions exist between these fields due to differing approaches and aims.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the explanatory friction between evolutionary and systems biology.
  • To examine the philosophical underpinnings of ESB.
  • To highlight the mutual benefits of addressing these philosophical issues.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of themes from a 2013 cross-disciplinary meeting on ESB.
  • Philosophical examination of explanation, modeling, and theoretical synthesis.
  • Contextualization of ESB challenges within broader philosophy of science debates.

Main Results:

  • Identified key tensions in ESB stemming from diverse modeling strategies and explanatory goals.
  • Demonstrated that many ESB challenges are rooted in general philosophical problems.
  • Showcased ESB as a valuable case study for philosophy of science and biology.

Conclusions:

  • Resolving philosophical issues is crucial for ESB advancement.
  • ESB offers practical examples for developing philosophy of science and biology.
  • The integration of evolutionary and systems biology enriches both scientific disciplines and philosophical inquiry.