Publication on Multiplicity in the Concept of Validity
The paper “Multiple Historic Trajectories Generate Multiplicity in the Concept of Validity” by Yingying Han, is published in the journal Perspectives on Science. The paper results from Yingying’s PhD project on philosophical analysis of validity.
Call for papers for a special issue of the Journal for General Philosophy of Science
Call for Papers: Karim Bschir (St. Gallen) and Simon Lohse (Nijmegen) are guest-editing a special issue of the Journal for General Philosophy of Science.
New publication on the directionality of time
The new open access publication in the British Journal for Philosophy of Science by Kian Salimkhani attempts to make the case for a particle physics explanation of the arrow of time.
Jing Wang defends PhD thesis
On 21 June, Jing Wang successfully defended her PhD thesis ‘Listing Quality: Navigating Journal Valuation Practices in the Chinese Science System’.
Publication on philosophical aspects of the synthetic cell
“Understanding, virtually: How does the synthetic cell matter?”, by Broeks, Knuuttila and De Regt, published in the journal Perspectives on Science, is the latest result of Daphne’s PhD project on philosophical aspects of the synthetic cell.
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New publication on Artificial Intelligence and Scientific Understanding
This publication from the project “Machine learning in science: bridging the gap between data and understanding”, by Kristian González Barman, Sascha Caron, Tom Claassen and Henk de Regt, sheds light on how AI can generate scientific understanding.
Radboudians receive Royal Distinctions
On the occasion of King's Day this year, seven employees of Radboud University and Radboud university medical center will receive a royal distinction for their exceptional academic and/or social achievements.
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Lotte Krabbenborg has joined the Committee on Research Involving Non-Human Primates
Lotte Krabbenborg (Institute for Science in Society, Faculty of Science) is a member of the committee that will investigate ways to reduce the number of experiments on non-human primates.
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NWO project on Responsible Scaling for digital innovation
Lotte Krabbenborg, co-PI of NWO project on Responsible Scaling for digital innovation in mental healthcare. The project is executed by a broad consortium led by prof. dr. Wouter Boon from the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development.
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Radboud University PhD-Candidate Makes Forbes 30 Under 30
Radboud University PhD-Candidate Stefan Gaillard has been selected as one of Forbes Europe’s 30 Under 30 in the category Science & Healthcare. Gaillard received the honour because of his role in founding the Journal of Trial and Error.
New publication on dynamics and dependencies in regional collaboration
The new open access publication by our colleagues Sabine Baumgarten, Noelle Aarts, Lotte Krabbenborg and co-author Jan Fliervoet provides insights into the temporal and relational dynamics of multi-stakeholder collaboration at the regional level.
Nature: Our Hope in Harsh Times, writes Noelle Aarts
Nature is in trouble, people say. Well, no, others respond, nature will take care of itself. As a bulb grower indicated: "Vulnerable? You wouldn't believe what I have to spray to keep nature at bay."
Are scientific articles always reliable?
Willem Halffman conducts research on how science works, and found that not all published scientific articles are produced in a fair manner. But why does this happen, and how can we ensure that all scientific literature is reliable?
Henk de Regt in podcast series Big Questions
In an episode of the Dutch podcast series Big Questions by the Rijksmuseum Boerhaave, philosopher of science Henk de Regt suggests that research into the end of the universe explores the boundaries of science.
New publication on How to Move Beyond Epistemic Battles
In their new publication in Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, Simon Lohse and Stefano Canali suggest ways to overcome epistemic battles at the science-society interface.
New Institute for Inter- and Transdisciplinary Education marks beginning of collaboration
As of 1 January 2024, the new Institute for Inter- and Transdisciplinary Education has commenced at the Faculty of Science, with Dr. Luca Consoli as director of education. What is the purpose of the institute, and what are the future plans?
Reviving Connection with Nature and Others Key to Sustainability
In the chapter “Socio-ecological Reflections for a Sustainable Society”, part of the “Designing Environments” book series, Noelle Aarts emphasises the critical need for reconnecting with nature and others.
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Podcast “Natuurkunde en Filosofie” with Henk de Regt
This podcast (in Dutch) features an interview with Henk de Regt by Jan van Riswick, on the interaction between physics and philosophy.
Project Wrap-Up Improving Interdisciplinary Knowledge Integration in Public Health Crisis Management
Simon Lohse recently completed a project on policy advice during the COVID-19 crisis. His team and collaborators developed ideas to improve evidence-based (public health) policy.
New publication in Science & Public Policy
Simon Lohse and Karim Bschir published a perspective article on pluralism and values in policy advice.
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