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Join Us for an Enlightening Workshop on the Intersection of History and Philosophy of Science!

Eastern Avenue Auditorium University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia

The History and Philosophy of Science Department at the University of Sydney is excited to invite you to our upcoming workshop, “Exploring the Nexus of Knowledge: Historical and Philosophical Perspectives on Science.” This engaging event will delve into the rich tapestry of scientific development, examining how historical contexts and philosophical inquiries have shaped our understanding […]

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Limitations of ‘Natural Function’ Concepts for the Ethics of Environmental Ethics – Prof James “Jack” Justus

Madsen Room 331 Madsen Building F09, The University of Sydney, NSW, Australia

Abstract Many approaches to environmental aesthetics appeal to biological science. The appeals are intended to achieve a variety of ends: pinpoint which aesthetic considerations are appropriate for natural entities, establish that those considerations are ethically significant, and show that the resulting ethical valuations yield defensible judgments. I cast doubt on appeals utilizing ‘natural function’ concepts. […]

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Trust, Explainability and AI

New Law Annex (F10A) Seminar Room 100 New Law Building Annex (F10A), The University of Sydney, NSW, Australia

Abstract It is commonly claimed that explainability is necessary for trust in AI, and that this is why we need it. I argue that for some notions of trust it is plausible that explainability is indeed a necessary condition. But that these kinds of trust are not appropriate for AI. For notions of trust that […]

A Cultural History of the Vagus Nerve

Michael Spence Building F23,Level 5, Room 501, University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Abstract From the Latin vagus, meaning wanderer or vagrant, the vagus nerve – also known as the vagal nerve – is the tenth cranial nerve. The vagus nerve is a pair of nerves that acts as a key connector of brain, heart, lungs, and abdominal organs. It is the main component of the parasympathetic nervous […]