New directions in pragmatic metaphysics for philosophy of science

Workshop dates: April 25-26, 2014

Wosk Centre for Dialogue, SFU Harbour Centre, Vancouver

Brief description:

This workshop brings together a handful of prominent philosophers working on issues that span the fields of metaphysics and philosophy of science, with a particular emphasis on pragmatism as a way for philosophers of science to get explicit about potential metaphysical commitments within their own views. Participants will complete a set of pre-readings, and consider some framing questions for discussion. More information will be available soon.

Speakers:

Sandra Mitchell

James Woodward

Jenann Ismael

Huw Price

John Dupre



This workshop is made possible by generous support from the Simon Fraser University Department of Philosophy.

For more information, contact Holly Andersen at handerse@sfu.ca