Creativity in Science – Ernest Nagel (1968)
3 Quarks Daily • 12/15/2025 • Last cited 12/15/2025
Summary
The article discusses the role of creativity in scientific inquiry, highlighting insights from philosopher Ernest Nagel's work in 1968. According to 3 Quarks Daily, Nagel emphasized that creativity is essential for scientific progress, challenging the notion that science is solely a systematic and logical endeavor.
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