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The epistemology of development, evolution, and genetics : selected essays / Richard M. Burian.

EBSCOhost Academic eBook Collection (North America) Available online

EBSCOhost Academic eBook Collection (North America)
Format:
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Language:
English
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (xiii, 274 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).
Edition:
1st ed.
Other Title:
The Epistemology of Development, Evolution, & Genetics
Place of Publication:
Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2005.
Language Note:
English
Summary:
Collected for the first time in a single volume are essays which examine the developments in three fundamental biological disciplines - embryology, evolutionary biology, and genetics. These disciplines were in conflict for much of the twentieth century and the essays in this collection examine key methodological problems within these disciplines and the difficulties faced in overcoming the conflicts between them. Burian skilfully weaves together historical appreciation of the settings within which scientists work, substantial knowledge of the biological problems at stake and the methodological and philosophical issues faced in integrating biological knowledge drawn from disparate sources. The final chapter describes what recent findings in development biology and genetics can tell us about the history and development of animals. Written in a clear, accessible style this collection should appeal to students and professionals in philosophy of science, and the philosophy and history of biology.
Contents:
  • pt. 1. Methodological issues
  • pt. 2. Evolution
  • pt. 3. Genetics and molecular biology
  • pt. 4. Development.
Notes:
  • Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015).
  • Includes bibliographical references and index.
  • Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
ISBN:
  • 1-107-13973-2
  • 1-280-41573-8
  • 9786610415731
  • 0-511-61027-0
  • 0-511-20646-1
  • 0-511-17057-2
  • 0-511-08043-3
  • 0-511-29768-8
  • 0-511-07967-2
OCLC:
71330254

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