The innovative approach Nathan has adopted is to turn attention from preoccupation with what is known to describe the role of "black boxes" in science. Readers familiar with these debates should find that the motif of black boxes lends nuance to familiar arguments.
Marco J. Nathan is Associate Professor and Chair in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Denver. His research focuses on the philosophy of science, with particular emphasis on biology, neuroscience, cognitive neuropsychology, and economics. He has published numerous articles and chapters in philosophical and scientific venues.