Raising awareness on History, Epistemology and Ethics of Science

This module aims to better understand the epistemology of scientific knowledge, to reflect on its role in our societies, and to identify the ethical issues related to both the development of this knowledge and its application. 

The first session will allow us to get to know the students, their research topics and the reasons why they chose this module. We will describe the organization of the module and present the topics that will be addressed. The next three sessions will be introductory courses in the history of science, philosophy of science and ethics. The next sessions will be dedicated to a particular theme that will be presented by an invited speaker. 

The following topics will be addressed in particular: Research ethics and scientific integrity; the cross contributions of natural and social sciences; interdisciplinarity and trans-disciplinarity; social and anthropological approaches to science; issues raised by artificial intelligence; strategies for undermining the value of scientific knowledge and casting doubt; the use of metaphors in science; reflections raised by epidemics. The order of the conferences has not yet been decided. 

REGISTRATION: Pre-register via ADUM; Sign and have the application form signed by your Thesis Director; Send the application form signed to nazanin.ebrahimi [at] psl.eu. Registration for the training will only be validated upon receipt.