The discussion centers on the concerns of individuals making calculations in logic using invented notation, with a focus on the fear that their work may go unrecognized or unappreciated. Participants emphasize the importance of being well-versed in existing philosophical and mathematical literature, citing Bertrand Russell as a notable philosopher-mathematician. The conversation highlights the blurred lines between philosophy and logic, particularly referencing works like Principia Mathematica and Frege's Foundations of Arithmetic. Ultimately, contributors stress the necessity of taking existing scholarship seriously to gain recognition in the field.
PREREQUISITESPhilosophers, mathematicians, and students of logic who are interested in the intersection of philosophy and mathematics, as well as those concerned about the reception of their scholarly work.
At the risk of an infraction... In a graduate level Philosophy of Science course I received a B for a "BS" paper refuting Immanuel Kant using Einsteins special relativity theory. It really was "BS". Just sayin'Evo said:Just a reminder, we don't allow philosophy here.
Evo said:Just a reminder, we don't allow philosophy here.
FactChecker said:My two cents:
There have been some very good philosopher - mathematicians (Bertrand Russell comes to mind.) One thing that is critical for people to take you seriously, is for you to take them seriously. If you haven't already, become thoroughly familiar with the work that has already been done to put philosophy on a mathematical basis. Your comments on work that is already taken seriously will be noticed.
dlgoff said:At the risk of an infraction... In a graduate level Philosophy of Science course I received a B for a "BS" paper refuting Immanuel Kant using Einsteins special relativity theory. It really was "BS". Just sayin'