Stephen Toulmin’s Philosophy of Science

The context and influence of Stephen Toulmin’s philosophy of science. A presentation aimed at describing the meaning and goals of the dissertation, which focuses mainly on Toulmin’s approach to epistemology, the methodology of science, and the relationship of science to ethics. Emphasis is placed on critical comparison with other authors (Popper, Kuhn, or Feyerabend), and on the practical applicability of Toulmin’s ideas.