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Explore the fundamental connections between probability, science, and logic in this scholarly volume from the Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science series. This work, published by Springer, honors the legacy of Ellery Eells (1953-2006) by examining how science seeks to discover general principles for explaining and predicting world phenomena. As scientific theories and laws aim to define common domains, understanding the logical structure behind them becomes essential. This book addresses how theories function as sets of laws and definitions, making them indispensable to the scientific process. It provides a deep look into the nature of scientific laws, whether they apply to general phenomena or particular instances. For students, researchers, and academics interested in the philosophy of science, this text offers a rigorous examination of the principles that allow for the prediction and explanation of the world around us.

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Part of the Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science series, specifically volume 284.

Examines the role of general principles in the explanation and prediction of scientific phenomena.

Analyzes the relationship between scientific theories, laws, and definitions within common domains.

Dedicated in honor of Ellery Eells (1953-2006) to contribute to the field of scientific philosophy.

Provides insight into the logical structure of science and how laws are applied to specific or general phenomena.

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24 June 2010
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