Is Philosophy Excluded from Science Forums?

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The discussion highlights concerns about the exclusion of philosophy from science forums, questioning why philosophical topics are not allowed alongside speculative scientific discussions like multiverses or string theory. Participants note that philosophy of physics and science, as well as philosophy of engineering, are legitimate fields that could enrich conversations in these forums. The closure of the philosophy sub-forum is attributed to difficulties in moderation and a preference for focusing on hard sciences. There is a sentiment that the historical context of philosophy, particularly its ties to comparative religion, has shifted away from speculative discussions. The overall consensus suggests a need for a more inclusive approach to philosophical discourse within scientific communities.
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so "no philosophy" here?

really??

Re: this thread closed by Evo. i think it's as legit a question as one about Multiverses or String Theory, both being quite speculative.

no philosophy of physics nor philosphy of science? no philosophy floating around in the Cosmology forum? nor the Beyond the Standard Model forum?

why do they call those credentials a "PhD"?

i think there is even a philosophy of engineering.

just curious.
 
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With the "demise" of MIH, there is nobody here to moderate a philosophy sub-forum. Some mentors seem quite disinclined to tolerate a trend back there, sticking to hard sciences instead. When I studied philosophy 40+ years ago, the course structure was almost completely "comparative religion", so the speculative edges of that field were replaced by religious history. I really enjoyed that area of study.
 
Sorry rbj, but due to the inability to keep "philosophy' under control, we finally had to make the decision to do away with the philosophy forum.

See one of the threads about it here.

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=671896
 
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