Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around identifying which social science is considered the best for scientific advancement and practicality, focusing on aspects such as challenge, rigor, and respect within the scientific community. Participants explore various social sciences and their implications for hard sciences and engineering.
Discussion Character
Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests economics as the best social science based on its challenge and rigor.
- Another participant emphasizes the importance of social sciences for hard sciences and engineering, indicating a potential for a poll to gauge opinions.
- A participant expresses a preference for operations research and management science, acknowledging a personal bias.
- Neuroeconomics is proposed as a contender for the best social science.
- One participant reiterates the initial question and suggests that psychology or economics may be the best due to their practical applications, while also humorously advocating for anthropology.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing opinions on which social science is the best, indicating that multiple competing views remain without a consensus.
Contextual Notes
Participants reference various criteria for evaluating social sciences, but there is no agreement on definitions or the specific implications of these criteria.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in the intersection of social sciences and scientific advancement, particularly those in engineering and hard sciences.
