David Bloor is a British philosopher of science known for his contributions to the sociology of scientific knowledge (SSK). He is one of the key figures in the development of the "Strong Program" in SSK, which advocates for the idea that social factors significantly influence the development and acceptance of scientific knowledge. Bloor is best known for his work on the concept of "epistemic relativity," which suggests that knowledge is shaped by social processes and cultural contexts.
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