Theory of Knowledge

https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2025/12/science-needs-contrarians-and-contrarians-need-support/
The role of doubt, curiosity, and disagreement in the production of knowledge.

Science needs contrarians, and contrarians need support — Harvard Gazette Institute of Quantitative Social Science initiative tailored to researchers exploring provocative ideas.

Knowledge as a curse.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0010027717301245

What does the absence of knowledge look like? wisdomlib.org/concept/absence-of-knowledge

"Explanation and Interpretation in the Sciences of Man" by Jan Faye https://share.google/02Qwkcpu5g3O7HyZS

Is It Possible for Good Intentions to Justify Evil Actions?

Is It Possible for Good Intentions to Justify Evil Actions? This was discussed quite a bit, on the old PFs, and I'd like to revive the topic. Is it "evil" to sin against a person? If so, then all "heroes" are really "evil", as they must sin against their enemies, in order to achieve their [noble] purpose. However, this raises the question of...

Is fake here to stay and alter our response to reality?

Superfakes: Copycat manufacturers are becoming increasingly skilled at producing knock-off designer handbags Counterfeit handbag makers are creating superfake designer bags that are nearly identical to the originals, and young people are embracing this trend.

Can AI be held accountable for amplifying bias and prejudice?

AI-generated ‘poverty porn’ fake images being used by aid agencies Exclusive: Pictures depicting the most vulnerable and poorest people are being used in social media campaigns in the sector, driven by concerns over consent and cost

When errors are not mistakes ..... (https://youtu.be/FIRTZbfDhtY?si=xQQ-t67oFEuHSMmU)

Can explanations for the human sciences be found in the natural sciences?

Why you must be logical and scientific to be a good person In this week's Mini Philosophy interview with Massimo Pigliucci, we see why the Stoics and Skeptics thought science was so important.

What could make medical intervention or progress seem unethical?

The quest for a “communication device” that tells cells to regenerate the body Michael Levin on the future of regenerative medicine — and the quest to build a "communication device" that directs cell behavior.

We’re warned not to assign human qualities to other species, but evidence of their complex abilities is mounting

When dogs recall toys, and horses plan ahead, are animals so different from us? | Martha Gill

Humanity is not the pinnacle of evolutionary progress!

The lie of Ape to Angel | Guy P. Harrison Guy P. Harrison challenges the flawed idea of evolution as a linear progression from "ape to angel." Delve into the significance of studying Lucy, an ancient hominid fossil, for invaluable insights into our origins and Africa's central role in evolution.