Laura Snyder: Laura Snyder: Il Club delle Colazioni Filosofiche

Laura Snyder: Il Club delle Colazioni Filosofiche

Nel 1812 quattro uomini dell'Università di Cambridge si incontrarono a colazione. Quel pranzo appassionato diede il via a una nuova rivoluzione scientifica, in cui questi uomini (che si definivano "filosofi naturali" prima di coniare il termine "scienziati") introdussero quattro principi fondamentali nell'indagine scientifica. La storica e filosofa Laura Snyder ci racconta la loro affascinante storia.

The shift from amateur natural philosophers to professional scientists began with a pivotal moment in 1833 when the term 'scientist' was first coined during a heated debate at Cambridge. This revolution was sparked by four ambitious friends who committed to transforming science through collaboration, public benefit, and new institutions. Their efforts established shared methods, public access to knowledge, and funding for research, fundamentally reshaping science’s role in society. Yet, their legacy also led to a growing divide between scientists and the broader public.