Sir Francis Bacon was an advocate of the scientific method.
Sir Francis Bacon was an English philosopher, statesman, and scientist who lived in the 16th and 17th centuries. He is best known for his work in promoting the scientific method, which emphasizes observation, experimentation, and the gathering of empirical data. Bacon believed that scientific knowledge should be based on evidence and that hypotheses should be tested through experimentation. His ideas were influential in the development of modern science and the scientific revolution that took place in the 17th century. Bacon's works include "Novum Organum," "The Advancement of Learning," and "Essays."