The work of Georges Matisse (1874–1961), a French physicist, philosopher, epistemologist, and translator, has been largely overlooked, particularly his contributions to the history of science in the first half of the 20th century. His work focused on the emerging field of cybernetics and provided a philosophical perspective on new physics. His books delved into the philosophical underpinnings of scientific doctrines, viewing them as systems of reference and modes of representation rather than expressions of absolute truths. Although he could not personally attend the Copenhagen Congress for the Unity of Science in 1936, his talk was presented, offering a unique case study on uncertainty and determinism. Matisse employed an expanded notion of causality to study concrete facts in human societies, arguing against a universal law of history. His final book was dedicated to Bachelard. This paper offers initial insights into Matisse’s sociology program, discusses his methodological approaches within logical empiricism, and outlines his perspective on the purpose of nature. The study concludes that Matisse’s interdisciplinary approach, which included a theory on the relationship between religion and science, was based on his robust understanding of biophysics and scientific history.

Enrique Wulff

Acta Baltica Historiae et Philosophiae Scientiarum

Acta Baltica Historiae et Philosophiae Scientiarum sees its mission in offering  publishing opportunities for Baltic and non-Baltic scholars in the field of the history  and philosophy of natural and social sciences (including legal studies) to promote  and further international cooperation between scholars of different countries in this field.

Acta Baltica Historiae et Philosophiae Scientiarum is dedicated to providing publishing opportunities for both Baltic and non-Baltic scholars in the fields of the history and philosophy of natural and social sciences, including legal studies, with the aim of promoting and enhancing international cooperation among scholars from different countries in this area.

《Acta Baltica Historiae et Philosophiae Scientiarum》致力于为波罗的海及非波罗的海地区的学者提供出版机会，专注于自然科学和社会科学（包括法律研究）的历史与哲学领域，旨在促进不同国家学者之间的国际合作。

A Forgotten French Physicist: Georges Matisse (1874–1961)

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