In recent years, a ‘‘change in attitude’’ in particle physics has led to our understanding current quantum field theories as effective field theories (EFTs). The present paper is concerned with the significance of this EFT approach, especially from the viewpoint of the debate on reductionism in science. In particular, it shows how EFTs provide a new and interesting case study in current philosophical discussion on reduction, emergence, and inter-level relationships in general.

Reductionism, emergence, and effective field theories / E. Castellani. - In: STUDIES IN HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF MODERN PHYSICS. - ISSN 1355-2198. - STAMPA. - 33/2:(2002), pp. 251-267.

Reductionism, emergence, and effective field theories

CASTELLANI, ELENA
2002

Abstract

In recent years, a ‘‘change in attitude’’ in particle physics has led to our understanding current quantum field theories as effective field theories (EFTs). The present paper is concerned with the significance of this EFT approach, especially from the viewpoint of the debate on reductionism in science. In particular, it shows how EFTs provide a new and interesting case study in current philosophical discussion on reduction, emergence, and inter-level relationships in general.
2002
33/2
251
267
E. Castellani
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