TY  - BOOK
AU  - Mayo, Deborah G
TI  - Error and the growth of experimental knowledge
SN  - 9780226511986
U1  - 001.4 
PY  - 1996///
CY  - Chicago
PB  - University of Chicago press
KW  - Error statistics
KW  - Severe testing
KW  - Epistemology of experiment
KW  - Bayesian inference
KW  - Philosophical foundations of science
KW  - Scientific method
KW  - Statistical inference
KW  - Model selection
KW  - Data analysis
N1  -  Includes bibliographical references (p. 465-480) and index
N2  - Deborah Mayo's "Error and the Growth of Experimental Knowledge" offers a compelling critique of subjective Bayesianism and proposes an error-statistical approach as a more reliable framework for understanding scientific inquiry. Mayo's focus on error correction and severe testing provides a robust methodology for evaluating hypotheses and drawing reliable conclusions. The book delves into the philosophical foundations of scientific knowledge, challenging conventional wisdom and offering a fresh perspective. It provides practical guidance for researchers, particularly those working with statistical analysis, while also engaging with broader epistemological questions. Mayo's work is a valuable contribution to the philosophy of science, offering a rigorous and insightful exploration of the nature of scientific inquiry
ER  -