How Well Does Evolution Explain Endogenous Retroviruses?—A Lakatosian Assessment

One of the most sophisticated philosophies of science is the methodology of scientific research programmes (MSRP), developed by Imre Lakatos. According to MSRP, scientists are working within so-called research programmes, consisting of a hard core of fixed convictions and a flexible protective belt...

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Main Author: Ruben N. Jorritsma
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Viruses
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4915/14/1/14