Georges Canguilhem

Georges Canguilhem was a French philosopher who lived from 1904 to 1995. He is known for his work in the philosophy of science and the study ofbiology. He proposed that science must be understood in the context of the particular culture in which it operates, and that scientific knowledge is not absolute but is dependent upon the existing conditions. He argued that biology should include philosophical, ethical, and aesthetic considerations. His ideas were influential in the development of the field of science studies, which focuses on the social and cultural components of science. Canguilhem's work had an impact on the fields of medicine and psychology, as well as other areas of philosophy.