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  • Life sciences, phenomenology, qualitative research, holistic biology.

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  • Modern life sciences predominantly employ a reductionist approach, focusing on isolated components.
  • This perspective can limit a comprehensive understanding of complex biological systems.

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  • To introduce and exemplify Goethean science as a complementary methodology to reductionism.
  • To demonstrate the application of qualitative and holistic principles in biological research.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing a qualitative, phenomenological approach rooted in Goethean science.
  • Observing and describing phenomena in plant growth, animal behavior, and human organization without pre-defined reductionist frameworks.

Main Results:

  • Novel examples of non-reductionist research in plant development are presented.
  • The study describes applications in understanding animal organization and human social structures.

Conclusions:

  • Goethean science provides a valuable framework for a more complete understanding of life.
  • Integrating qualitative and holistic methods enhances the scope of life science inquiry.