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What is Philosophical Ontology

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Dealing With Regional Conflicts of Global Importance
In philosophical ontology, substances and properties are fundamental concepts that help to analyze and understand the nature of existence and reality. Substances are entities that have independent existence. They are the basic building blocks or foundational elements of reality. Substances are what exist in themselves and are not dependent on other things for their existence. Properties are attributes or qualities that are associated with substances. These attributes describe the characteristics or features of substances.
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The Sixth Great Debate in International Relations Theory Revolves Around Clarity: Ontology in Statu Nascendi as a Cutting-Edge Tool for Conflict Management
Piotr Pietrzak (Airlangga University, Indonesia)
Copyright: © 2024 |Pages: 27
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-9467-7.ch001
Abstract
As we anticipate the emergence of the sixth great debate in IR theory, ontology in statu nascendi stands ready to guide IR theorists in addressing pressing issues such as new technologies, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, pandemics, and the evolving nature of conflicts. Its relevance extends to the forefront of contemporary concerns, including autonomous weapons systems, asymmetric warfare, climate change, and societal inequalities. Ontology in statu nascendi has evolved into a mature framework, uniquely structured to navigate the complexities of our dynamic global landscape. Its integration signifies a pivotal step in the advancement of international relations (IR) theory, offering a robust foundation for collaboration to address the challenges of the 21st century.
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A Scientist-Poet's Account of Ontology in Information Science
The area of study that attends to the fundamental nature of being in a variety of ways depending on the philosopher and philosophical tradition. The analytic tradition typically views ontology as the comprehensive classification of what is: the entities universals, classes, and relationships in reality. Continental philosophers approach ontology differently in a variety of ways, e.g. Heideggerian philosophy asks the question “What is being qua being?” and attempts to answer it by placing priority on human existence.
Published in Chapter: A Scientist-Poet's Account of Ontology in Information Science; From: Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Third Edition
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