Patrick Maher – författare

This book is a major contribution to decision theory, focusing on the question of when it is rational to accept scientific theories. The author examines both Bayesian decision theory and confirmation theory, refining and elaborating the views of Ramsey and Savage. He argues that the most solid foundation for confirmation theory is to be found in decision theory, and he provides a decision-theoretic derivation of principles for how many probabilities should be revised over time. Professor Maher defines a notion of accepting a hypothesis, and then shows that it is not reducible to probability and that it is needed to deal with some important questions in the philosophy of science. A Bayesian decision-theoretic account of rational acceptance is provided together with a proof of the foundations for this theory. A final chapter shows how this account can be used to cast light on such vexed issues as verisimilitude and scientific realism.

This book is a major contribution to decision theory, focusing on the question of when it is rational to accept scientific theories. The author examines both Bayesian decision theory and confirmation theory, refining and elaborating the views of Ramsey and Savage. He argues that the most solid foundation for confirmation theory is to be found in decision theory, and he provides a decision-theoretic derivation of principles for how many probabilities should be revised over time. Professor Maher defines a notion of accepting a hypothesis, and then shows that it is not reducible to probability and that it is needed to deal with some important questions in the philosophy of science. A Bayesian decision-theoretic account of rational acceptance is provided together with a proof of the foundations for this theory. A final chapter shows how this account can be used to cast light on such vexed issues as verisimilitude and scientific realism.

Arthur Templar and his close-knit group of psychic twelve year olds must defeat a gang of evil Nibiruan secret agents attempting to mine 'the core'- a quantum power source. The gang and their leader deceive the children with one challenge after another.The children must grow and develop their psychic abilities while they try to protect Elderberry Valley and the star people who live there.

Arthur Templar and the Secret Codex is set in the Elderberry Academy for Special Education.The only Eternal Library in the world is at the Academy. It has disappeared and this library matters. It contains destiny scrolls for Arthur and his friends.The stakes are high as Arthur Templar, a young timethreader with extraordinary psychic powers, and psychic friends attempt to unravel the dark secrets of the missing library.The danger increases as they get closer to uncovering the shape-shifting evil lurking in the corridors and shadows.Arthur and his friends embark on a journey of self-discovery, wisdom and courage in their search for the Eternal Library of the Psychic Academy.

High-reliability management is a set of practices and competencies that help Organisations operating in high-hazard environments maintain a low risk of accidents. These Organisations recognise the inherent risks associated with their operations and actively work to minimise them, even in complex and challenging circumstances. Clear and understandable core management competencies are needed to prevent 'preventable' accidents.Dr Maher's research provides valuable insights into the complexities of high-reliability management. His emphasis on managerial competencies, the cultivation of a "e;high-reliability habitus,"e; and the need for robust compliance regimes offers a practical framework for improving safety in organisations operating in high-risk environments.This is a compelling and readable book about managing risks in organisational systems.

A man was trapped in impossible conditions. Another man went into the darkness to save him, again and again. A community kept vigil. Hope survived when logic said it shouldn't. And ordinary people rose to meet extraordinary circumstances with courage that still resonates more than a century later.