Building bridges between philosophy and science
The Centre for Philosophy and the Sciences is an interdisciplinary meeting place for the interaction between the humanities and the sciences.
Modern science bears on areas traditionally occupied by the humanities. The humanities can learn from the sciences. But the sciences also need the reflective understanding that philosophy can provide. At the Centre for Philosophy and the Sciences, you can find innovative opportunities for study and research that facilitate this two-way flow of ideas.
Research
Our research lies at the intersection of the humanities and the sciences. We specifically focus on topics regarding mathematics, life, and language.
Mathematics
We delve into topics in the cross-section between philosophy and mathematics. Topics within our scope include the structure of logic and mathematics, and the application of mathematical tools in other disciplines, such as physics, neuroscience, economics or linguistics and psychology.
Life
We investigate topics that connect the humanities and the life sciences. These include the structure of biological processes, and how they are related to the individual mind, as well as how they relate to human groups. They also concern the role of science in society.
Language
We address central topics at the interface between linguistics, psychology, and philosophy. These topics include linguistic and cognitive development, foundational issues about communication, and what the study of language may reveal about the human mind.
News
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CPS at the Digital Science Expo 2020
CPS is participating at the 2020 Digital Science Expo with a video for children called "Bli lurt av din egen hjerne!" (Get tricked by your own brain), where children are presented to some questions that CPS philosophers work with and to some illusions that "trick the brain".
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(Another) ERC grant for CPS researcher
CPS-affiliate Alejandra Mancilla wins prestigious ERC grant
Studies
Philosophy and the Sciences offers students the resources to reflect on fundamental questions.
Whether you specialise in philosophy, in another area of the humanities, or in the social and natural sciences, within philosophy and science you will find programs and courses that can help you reach a deeper understanding of your field.
Collaboration
The Centre for Philosophy and the Sciences is a collaboration between the following units at UiO:
Contact us
Head of Centre
Associate Professor of Philosophy at the Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas.
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Research and Education initiatives at the Faculty of Humanities
The Faculty of Humanities promotes five research and education initiatives between 2019 and 2023. The goal is to contribute to solutions for the societal challenges of our day.