Ilkka Niiniluoto is a Finnish philosopher known for his contributions to the philosophy of science, logic, and the theory of knowledge. His work often focuses on the relationship between scientific explanations and the nature of truth, as well as the nature of scientific realism and objectivity.
### Key Themes in Niiniluoto's Philosophy:
1. **Scientific Realism**: Niiniluoto defends a version of scientific realism, which posits that the


