The UEA Philosophy Public lecture series is held in the spring term and features UEA and external academics.
Science and the Humanities in the Contemporary Imagination
The UEA Philosophy Public Lecture Series 2023 will explore the relation between science and the humanities in contemporary intellectual thought. Scientific work often impacts ordinary life but is rarely developed against a reflection of humane values, whilst the humanities work on pressing issues of cultural value apart from a scientific mindset. Can philosophy help bring the two together towards an integrated vision of culture?
Thank you to our sponsor, The Royal Institute of Philosophy.
If you have any questions, please contact: philosophyevents@uea.ac.uk
All events are free and open to all, no booking required. The series will be held in person at Thomas Paine Study Centre (TPSC) Lecture Theatre (see campus map). Free parking is available in the UEA West Carpark from 5:30pm the night of the event. UEA West Car Park is located on Chancellor’s Drive, next to TPSC.
Please arrive at 6:00pm for a 6:15pm start, the events will run until approximately 8:00pm.
Tue 14 March 2023 | 18:15 – 20:00 | Thomas Paine Study Centre Lecture Theatre, UEA
A More Human AI – Nancy Roberts (Umbrella Analytics) and Prof Richard Harvey (UEA)
The current debate about artificial intelligence is between those who believe in true AI and those who don’t. People are worried about the impact of digital technologies on their lives, especially in the job market and in cyberwars. Nancy Roberts from Umbrella Analytics and Prof. Richard Harvey from the School of Computing Science will tell us about how the humanities can help us navigate the thrilling promises and real boundaries of AI.
Tue 21 March 2023 | 18:15 – 20:00 | Thomas Paine Study Centre Lecture Theatre, UEA
Science for the People – Prof Stephen Ashworth (UEA) and Prof Kay Yeoman (UEA)
Scientific knowledge is robust because it is the product of a collective effort, but this process has its own challenges, some of which concern how we communicate what is worth investigating and how we should pursue it. Professor Kay Yeoman from the School of Biological Sciences (UEA) and Professor Stephen Ashworth from the School of Natural Sciences (UEA) will chart the challenges facing science communication and the bridges that sometimes need to be constructed between research activities, outputs and their communication to a wider audience.
Mon 27 March 2023 | 18:15 – 20:00 | Thomas Paine Study Centre Lecture Theatre, UEA
Knowledge Through Imagination – Dr Milena Ivanova (Cambridge University), Dr Fiora Salis (University of York) and Dr Adam Toon (University of Exeter)
Our imagination can take us beyond the here and now in works of literary fiction and philosophy, but also in scientific and technological research. Imagination helps us make sense of what other people are thinking, to problem-solve and make decisions. Dr Fiora Salis (University of York), Dr Adam Toon (University of Exeter) and Dr Milena Ivanova (University of Cambridge) will discuss the functions of the imagination and how we can hone its power to deal with the complex problems we confront as a society.
Followed by a free drinks reception.
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