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Sahotra Sarkar¹

¹University of Texas at Austin, United States.

Studies in History and Philosophy of Science

|September 21, 2015

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This paper defends Ernest Nagel's model of scientific reduction, arguing it correctly frames reduction as explanation. It revises the model to include broader inferential techniques beyond logical deduction.

Keywords:

Emergence Epistemology Explanation Multiple realizability Nagel Reductionism

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Area of Science:

Philosophy of Science
Scientific Theory Reduction

Background:

Ernest Nagel's model (1961, 1970) defines reduction as explanation via theory connection.
The model traditionally relies on the deductive-nomological framework and logical deduction.

Observation:

Traditional criticisms and recent defenses of Nagel's model are re-evaluated.
Nagel's pluralism regarding logical form and epistemological status is defended.
The multiple realizability objection to reductionism is critiqued as misplaced.

Findings:

Nagel's model accurately characterizes reduction as a form of scientific explanation.
Logical deduction is insufficient; a broader range of inferential techniques, including approximation, is necessary.
Nagel's later work acknowledged approximation but underestimated its full impact.

Implications:

The revised Nagel model accommodates complex scientific reductions more effectively.
This framework supports understanding inter-theory relations in fields like thermodynamics and molecular biology.
It refines the philosophical understanding of scientific progress and theory integration.