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Philosophy in the Library: How Philosophical Conceptions of Engineering Shape the World Around Us 7:30 pm
Philosophy in the Library: How Philosophical Conceptions of Engineering Shape the World Around Us @ Brooklyn Public Library
Oct 3 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
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There are numerous books about the philosophy of science, but relatively few focus on the philosophy of engineering. Why has the philosophy of engineering been undeveloped in contrast to science? While many engineers prefer to build new things rather than philosophize, a key explanation for the neglect of engineering is an unjustified misconception about the importance of abstract theoretical and scientific knowledge versus engineering knowledge. The speaker will talk about his experiences in engineering and[...]
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The Gift and Weight of Genomic Knowledge: In Search of the Good Biocitizen
The Gift and Weight of Genomic Knowledge: In Search of the Good Biocitizen @ Feil Hall, Forchelli Conference Center, 22nd Floor
Oct 4 – Oct 5 all-day
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“This knowledge is irrevocable.” So reads an opening line in the terms-of-service agreement for 23andMe, a leading direct-to-consumer genetic testing company. This remarkable phrase attests to an increasing recognition of the role genomic knowledge plays in shaping human life. On the one hand, genomic knowledge is a gift, creating novel insights into the genetic drivers of disease and into the geographical paths of our ancestors. On the other, it is a weight, creating new obligations,[...]
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Working Papers in Ethics and Moral Psychology 5:30 pm
Working Papers in Ethics and Moral Psychology @ Icahn School @Mount Sinai, Annenberg 12-16
Oct 11 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
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Working Papers in Ethics and Moral Psychology is a speaker series conducted under the auspices of the Icahn School of Medicine Bioethics Program. It is a working group where speakers are invited to present well-developed, as yet unpublished work. The focus of the group is interdisciplinary, with an emphasis on topics in ethics, bioethics, neuroethics, and moral psychology. The meetings begin with a brief presentation by the invited speaker and the remaining time is devoted[...]
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A Conference in Memory of Peter Kivy
A Conference in Memory of Peter Kivy @ Teleconference room, 4th Floor of Alexander Library
Oct 26 all-day
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Over the course of his 49 year career (48 years of which were spent at Rutgers), Peter established himself as a giant in the field of aesthetics, especially in the philosophy of music. Sadly, Peter passed away in 2017.  To honor his memory, the Rutgers Philosophy Department is hosting a one-day conference on October 26, 2018, celebrating his life’s philosophical work. The Conference will include talks by Christy Mag Uidhir (Houston), Jenefer Robinson (Cincinnati), Jerrold[...]
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Evaluating Chronic Pain in Neuroscience, Ethics, and Law – Seminars in Society and Neuroscience 4:15 pm
Evaluating Chronic Pain in Neuroscience, Ethics, and Law – Seminars in Society and Neuroscience @ Faculty House, Columbia U
Oct 29 @ 4:15 pm – 6:15 pm
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Speakers: Amanda Pustilnik, Professor of Law, University of Maryland Tor Wager, Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Colorado Boulder Moderators: Federica Coppola, Presidential Scholar in Society and Neuroscience, Columbia University Lan Li, Presidential Scholar in Society and Neuroscience, Columbia University We will provide additional information as soon as possible. Free and open to the public, but RSVP is required via Eventbrite. This event is part of the Seminars in Society and Neuroscience series.
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