Dear ISHers,
Here are a couple of announcements:
(1) Visiting Fellowships at The Center for Philosophy of Science -
University of Pittsburgh- Deadline Dec. 8
(2) Talk - Eric Hochstein - Mechanistic Mayhem - Dec. 6th
Have a good day,
Lucie
*(1) Visiting Fellowships at The Center for Philosophy of Science -
University of Pittsburgh- Deadline Dec. 8*
The Center for Philosophy of Science invites applications for visiting
fellowships for the fall and/or spring term of the 2025-2026 academic year.
These fellowships allow philosophers of science to work on their nominated
research projects in a supportive academic environment. Ten fellowships are
offered each year.
*Eligibility:*
- Applicants must hold a doctoral degree, preferably in philosophy or
history and philosophy of science, or have an established position in the
philosophy of science community.
- We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
*Support:*
- Research must be funded by the applicant's university, a foundation,
or a governmental agency.
- A stipend of $2,500 per month will be provided to help cover
relocation costs.
*Expectations:*
- Visiting Fellows have no formal duties but are expected to reside in
Pittsburgh and engage in full-time research in their designated office at
the Center for Philosophy of Science.
- Fellows should participate in the Center’s activities by attending and
giving talks and contributing to discussion groups.
*Required Documents for Application:*
- *Cover Letter*: A letter indicating your interest in a Visiting
Fellowship that includes the proposed period of residence, details of any
previous Fellowships at the Center, the source and amount of anticipated
funding, and a statement regarding the need for supplementary funds.
- *Project Description*: A 500-1000-word description of the project you
intend to undertake during your residency.
- *Curriculum Vitae*: A current CV detailing your academic background
and experience.
- *Writing Sample*: A sample of your written work that showcases your
research and writing abilities.
- *Letters of Reference*: Three letters of reference from knowledgeable
scholars. We recommend that these letters be blinded to the applicant.
Please email all letters directly to *[log in to unmask]
<[log in to unmask]>*.
Applications are due by *December 8th, 2024*, and must be submitted
electronically on the University of Pittsburgh jobs portal. Apply Here
*https://cfopitt.taleo.net/careersection/pitt_faculty_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=24007691&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York
<https://cfopitt.taleo.net/careersection/pitt_faculty_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=24007691&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York>*
More information and link to apply can be found here:
*https://www.centerphilsci.pitt.edu/programs/visiting-fellows/program-overview/
<https://www.centerphilsci.pitt.edu/programs/visiting-fellows/program-overview/>*
We look forward to reviewing your application!
*(2) Talk - Eric Hochstein - Mechanistic Mayhem - Dec. 6th*
The Center for Philosophy of Science invites you to join us for our Lunch
Time Talk. Attend in person, Room 1117 on the 11th floor of the Cathedral
of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh or visit our live stream on
YouTube at *https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrRp47ZMXD7NXO3a9Gyh2sg
<https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrRp47ZMXD7NXO3a9Gyh2sg>*.
*Lunch Time Talk - Eric Hochstein *
Eric's 5 Minute Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OCtWNPVdXA
*Friday, December 6th @ **12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EDT*
Join online: https://pitt.zoom.us/j/98488878660
*Title: Mechanistic Mayhem*
Abstract: Mechanistic theories of explanation are widely held in the
philosophy of science, especially in philosophy of biology, neuroscience
and cognitive science. While such theories remain dominant in the field,
there have been an increasing number of challenges raised against them over
the past decade. These challenges include arguments that mechanistic
explanations can lead to incoherence, triviality, or deviate too far from
how scientists in the life sciences genuinely employ the term “mechanism”.
In this talk, I argue that these disputes are fueled, in part, by the
running together of distinct questions and concerns regarding mechanisms,
representations of mechanisms, and mechanistic explanation. More care and
attention to how these are distinct from one another, but also the various
ways they might relate, can help to defuse some of these disputes.
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