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Structural universals

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: Structural universals are a kind of complex universal. They have been put to work in a variety of philosophical theories but are plagued with problems concerning their compositional nature. In this article, we will discuss the following questions. What are structural universals? Why believe in them? Can we give a consistent account of their compositional nature? What are the costs of doing so?

Source: Philosophy Compass

DOI: 10.1111/phc3.12518

Author: A. R. J. Fisher

Institution: University of Manchester

Language: English

Topic: Philosophy and Theoretical Science

Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $1,541

Funders: Princeton University, Arts and Humanities Research Council