Abstract

This review presents a summary of Kitcher's book. It also presents some points of criticism: That Kitcher's proposals for a reformed way of organizing scientific research do not take sufficient account of the value of scientific autonomy - in particular, that the importance of political independence grounds a presumption in favor of the autonomy of science that requires a solid consideration before we settle on alternative modes of organization. The review also raises concerns about Kitcher's idea of leaving important decisions to “tutored outsiders”. The notorious framing issues in participatory processes will give disproportionate influence to those who organize the tutoring.