Science and Public Policy - A Philosophical Introduction

This book argues that to we must understand the nature of science in order to use it better. The first half discusses the the concept of scientific evidence and interpretation of scientific data. The second covers science communication and the application of science to public policies in democratic societies.

List of contents

1. Scientific methodology
2. Scientific evidence
3. Interpreting the science
4. Communicating the science
5. Scientific expertise
6. Science-informed public policies

About the author

Ashley Graham Kennedy is Associate Professor of Philosophy in the Honors College of Florida Atlantic University. Her research focuses on applied issues in medicine, science, and global justice. She is the author of Diagnosis (2021).

Summary

This book argues that to we must understand the nature of science in order to use it better. The first half discusses the the concept of scientific evidence and interpretation of scientific data. The second covers science communication and the application of science to public policies in democratic societies.

Product details

• Authors: Ashley Graham Kennedy
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 12.10.2023
• EAN: 9781032317410
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3231741-0
• No. of pages: 122
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Philosophy; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: general, reference works; Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general); Sociology, PHILOSOPHY / General, Philosophy of Science, Ethics & moral philosophy, environmental science, engineering & technology, Biology, life sciences, Public Administration, Public health & preventive medicine, Ethics and moral philosophy, Agricultural science, Engineering: general, Medical ethics and professional conduct, Medical ethics & professional conduct, Public health and preventive medicine, Environmental science, engineering and technology