Do Scientists Need Philosophers?

What is the value of philosophy of science? What do philosophers even know about science? Shouldn’t we just trust scientists when it comes to questions of science? Philosopher Subrena Smith says there are presuppositions in science worth analyzing from a philosophical perspective.

What is the value of philosophy of science? Psshaw, what do philosophers even know about science? Shouldn’t we just trust scientists when it comes to questions of science?

The following article by philosopher Subrena Smith in Aeon Magazine explores an answer to these questions. Essentially, there are presuppositions in science worth analyzing from a philosophical perspective.

Take a look: https://aeon.co/ideas/why-philosophy-is-so-important-in-science-education