About this Event
Fifth Ave at Bigelow, Pittsburgh, 15213
https://www.centerphilsci.pitt.edu/event/lunchtime-talk-sandra-mitchell/The Center for Philosophy of Science at the University of Pittsburgh invites you to join us for our Lunch Time Talk. Attend in person at 1117 Cathedral of Learning or visit our live stream on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrRp47ZMXD7NXO3a9Gyh2sg.
LTT: Sandra Mitchell
Friday, January 16th @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EST
Title: A Pragmatist Metaphysics: The view from somewhere
Abstract:
The “practice turn” in science studies, shifted the philosophical focus from abstract theories to the actual, detailed activities of scientists, emphasizing material, social, and psychological aspects of experiments, representation, and persuasion, to understand how science is done, not just what it claims. In this talk I will defend a pragmatist, practice grounded approach to what science claims, in particular, what practices support claims of realism.
This talk will be available online:
Zoom: https://pitt.zoom.us/j/99415310511
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrRp47ZMXD7NXO3a9Gyh2sg
Please let us know if you require an accommodation in order to participate in this event. Accommodations may include live captioning, ASL interpreters, and/or captioned media and accessible documents from recorded events. At least 5 days in advance is recommended.
