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Minnesota Center for Philosophy of Science

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By interrogating the assumptions and evidence behind scientific models and characterizing the diversity of scientific practices, we advance our understanding of how the sciences work and decipher what kinds of answers they deliver.

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David Colaço@davidcolaco.bsky.social · 3d ago

The syllabus for my course Philosophy of Scientific Communication is now available here. Please share to anyone who might be interested in teaching a course like this (and kindly give me an acknowledgment if you use it): drive.google.com/file/d/1LDKY...

Colaco Philosophy of Scientific Communication Syllabus.pdf

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David Colaço@davidcolaco.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Several people seemed interested in my Philosophy of Scientific Communication course, so here is my schedule of readings. Thanks to everyone for their help; I hope to get to additional topics mentioned using these as the anchors:

Claudia Wascher@wascherclaudia.bsky.social · 2d ago

I'm delighted and honoured to share that I've taken on the role of Editor-in-Chief of Animal Cognition! This journal has shaped how we think about cognition across species. Huge thanks to Debbie Kelly for 10 years of vision and leadership, and for all her guidance during my time as associate editor.

Minnesota Center for Philosophy of Science@mcps-philsci.bsky.social · last wk.

Catching up on a few of Center Director Alan C. Love’s recent publications - both are available #openaccess Measuring biological function in biomechanics: observations and consequences buff.ly/bhtxteP Philosophy of biology in an interdisciplinary key buff.ly/8AWc69g #philsci

Measuring Biological Function in Biomechanics: Observations and Consequences | Philosophy of Science | Cambridge Core

Measuring Biological Function in Biomechanics: Observations and Consequences

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Tom Kimmerer, PhD@tomkimmerer.bsky.social · 2w ago

I visited my local bison herd this morning. It is good to remind ourselves that bison are not strictly western animals. They were the dominant herbivore of the Bluegrass and created our woodland pasture ecosystem. More at Our Trees.

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I took advantage of today’s fine weather to visit my local bison. You may think of bison as western animals, but they were first seen by European settlers in what is now downtown Washington DC and onc...

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Minnesota Center for Philosophy of Science@mcps-philsci.bsky.social · 4w ago

Interesting article!Role of AI in HigherEd.Highlights need to consider answers to “fundamentally epistemological&philosophical Qs” before creating policy.Authors: @tgkauai.bsky.social,DavidKil,RachelKoblic, @xsnhuprez.bsky.social,MihneaMoldoveanu&GeorgeSiemens buff.ly/fe1fmnD @educause.bsky.social

The Current State of Play: AI in Higher Education and the Road Ahead

Artificial intelligence is reshaping higher education, exposing weaknesses in assessment, curriculum, and institutional strategy. Ten critical challen

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Minnesota Center for Philosophy of Science@mcps-philsci.bsky.social · 4w ago

Adding this to the resource library that came from AlanLove's, @kampourakisk.bsky.social &TobiasUller's article "A HPS pathway to improving scientific mentoring." buff.ly/O3rS7vR Deadline to apply to be a mentor or mentee in the APA program: 1 August. #HPS-mentoring

Job-Market Mentoring Program - American Philosophical Association

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American Philosophical Association@apaphilosophy.bsky.social · last mo.

Call for applications: The APA Job-Market Mentoring Program pairs philosophers going on the academic job market with mentors who have recently experienced the job market themselves. The application deadline for mentees and mentors is August 1. www.apaonline.org/news/730518/...

Minnesota Center for Philosophy of Science@mcps-philsci.bsky.social · last mo.

Exciting news! Latest volume coming this month. 21 July 2026. PERSPECTIVES ON THE HUMAN GENOME PROJECT AND GENOMICS Edited by Christopher R. Donohue&Alan C. Love University of Minnesota Press | 600 pages | July 21, 2026 ISBN 978-1-5179-2102-6 | Paper | $40.00 buff.ly/Dv493Zl @uminnpress.bsky.social

PERSPECTIVES ON THE HUMAN GENOME PROJECT AND GENOMICS

A groundbreaking volume that examines the pivotal roles of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) in the Human Genome Project (HGP) and the development of other major genomics projects

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Justin Weinberg@dailynous.com · last mo.

What AI takes from students. How to think about how your work doesn't constitute progress in philosophy. New developments in artificial life. Fighting grade-grubbing. Thought without senses. Richard Moran on the Vanderbilt Report. Tenure letter for Thales...

Mini-Heap - Daily Nous

New links... Despite skepticism about philosophy as a whole, specific philosophical research programs make progress. But probably not yours. -- Still, "you might be contributing to, even if not helpin...

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Pablo Fernandez Velasco@pfvelasco.bsky.social · last mo.

Do you work on space and place? Come to Stirling this Fall 2026! I am organising a workshop on the ocassion of Jeff Malpas visiting the CSPM @memoryplace.bsky.social CFP at philevents.org/event/show/1...

Interdisciplinary approaches to space and place

Space and place play an important, if under-theorised, role across many of the disciplines studying the human mind. The distinction between place and space has been a central concern in phenomenology ...

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Philosophy of Science Association@philsci.bsky.social · 2mo ago

✨REMINDER✨ join us on June 15 from 2-3 PM eastern for "Philosophers of Science at Work: Exploring Non-Academic Careers" with Alan Love and Aaron Kagan!

Philosophy of Science Association@philsci.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Join us on June 15 for “Philosophers of Science at Work: Exploring Non-Academic Careers” online! A high-level overview and intro to non-academic employment and how to prepare for it with time for audience Q&A. Hosted by Alan Love and facilitated by Aaron Kagan. All are welcome!

Minnesota Center for Philosophy of Science@mcps-philsci.bsky.social · 2mo ago

If you're in Minneapolis next week, please join the Center for Canon Expansion and Change at this summer's public talk by Andrew Janiak (Duke). Tues 2 June, 1800. Free to attend; register online here: buff.ly/CDpXBRq

The Enlightenment’s Most Dangerous Woman Public Talk By Andrew Janiak (Duke)

Event Timing: Tuesday June 2nd, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Doors open at 6:00 PM. Talk starts at 6:30 PM Event Address: Open Book, 1011 Washington Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55415 Contact us at…

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Minnesota Center for Philosophy of Science@mcps-philsci.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Global Accessibility Awareness Day coming soon! Thur 21 May 2026. This year’s theme “Design,Develop,Deliver”, is about making accessibility an integral part of communication, design&innovation. Sponsored by UMN,University of Illinois system,&U of Michigan. More info+how to participate: gaad.umn.edu

Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2026 | Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) is a virtual accessibility event on Thursday, May 21, 2026 aimed at engaging in conversation, thinking, and learning about access and inclusion. The year’s…

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Justin Weinberg@dailynous.com · 3mo ago

"I wonder if these people have ever seen a student’s face when they finally understand something for the first time. What’s more, I wonder if they’ve ever seen a student experience the unique delight in not knowing."

Grieving What AI Has Taken from Learning - Daily Nous

"I wonder if these people have ever seen a student’s face when they finally understand something for the first time." Jane Sloan Peters, a professor of religious studies and historical theologian at t...

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