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Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 5, 2026: Bordeaux Summer School - Philosophy in biology and medicine

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:40 -0500

Bordeaux Summer School - Philosophy in biology and medicine

June 1 - 5, 2026 in Bordeaux, France

Organized by the PhilInBioMed network and the Conceptual Biology and Medicine Team in Bordeaux.

PhilInBioMed is both an interdisciplinary institute located at the University of Bordeaux and an international network connecting groups and people working at the interface between philosophy, biology, and medicine, with the shared conviction that conceptual and philosophical approaches can make a critical contribution.

Over the course of a week, around 25 young researchers (Master students, doctoral candidates and post-doctoral fellows) from the fields of philosophy, life sciences and medicine will come together and learn to address conceptual questions in scientific research using interdisciplinary methods. Conceptually/theoretically-oriented biologists and MDs are strongly encouraged to apply!

Experienced researchers from philosophy and biomedical fields will be present to share practical examples of interdisciplinary collaboration from their careers and to advise and interact with participants throughout the week. An important part of the summer school is a research activity in which groups of participants work together with experts on the different steps of a “Philosophy in Science” project. The programme also includes social activities, “speed dating,” and plenty of opportunity for informal discussions to promote exchange between participants.

This summer school is a unique opportunity for young researchers to develop new interdisciplinary approaches that will benefit them throughout their careers. Participants will not only learn about specific concepts and scientific advances, but also how to view their own field of research from a new perspective.

This year’s course leaders and speakers:

› Alan COHEN (Health and aging, University of Columbia)

› Scott GILBERT (EvoDevo, Swarthmore College)

› Elis JONES (Philosophy of marine biology, Technical University of Munich)

› Adeline LE CABEC (Dental anthropology, University of Bordeaux & CNRS)

› Maël LEMOINE (Philosophy of aging, University of Bordeaux)

› Mathilde LEQUIN (Philosophy of paleoanthropology, University of Bordeaux)

› Carlo MALEY (Cancer and evolution, Arizona State University)

› Thomas PRADEU (Philosophy of immunology and cancer biology, University of Bordeaux & CNRS)

› Lisa ROUX (Neuroscience, University of Bordeaux & CNRS)

› Jonathan SHOLL (Philosophy of nutritional science, University of Bordeaux)

› Christopher STEVENS (Philosophy of neuroscience, University of Bordeaux)

› Marie VASSE (Ecology and evolution, University of Bordeaux)

› Orsolya VINCZE (Cancer and evolution, University of La Rochelle)

Organizers:

› Fridolin GROSS (University of Bordeaux)

› Jan Pieter KONSMAN (CNRS & University of Bordeaux)

Information and application:

https://bss-philinbiomed.u-bordeaux.fr/en/

Deadline for application: March 15th, 2026

Jun 7, 2026 - Jun 12, 2026: 4th Lake Como INEM Summer School in Philosophy of Economics

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:21 -0500

The 4th Lake Como INEM Summer School in Philosophy of Economics will be held in Villa del Grumello, Como, Italy, June 7-12, 2026.

Invited speakers

Emrah Aydinonat (University of Helsinki)
Alessandra Basso (London School of Economics)
Antoinette Baujard (Université Saint-Etienne)
Shaun Hargreaves Heap (King’s College)
Catherine Herfeld (Leibniz University Hannover)
Guilhem Lecouteux (Université Côte d’Azur)
Patricia Rich (University of Bayreuth)
Jack Vromen (Erasmus University Rotterdam)

Activities

The School’s program will feature lectures by the invited speakers, student presentations, one-to-one tutorials, workshops, and social activities.

Participation

Participation is reserved to PhD students, young scholars (PhD degree obtained after January 2022), and advanced master students who intend to pursue a PhD.

Applications

To apply, please send a CV, contact details of an academic reference, and a paper in English to caterina.marchionni@unimi.it. The paper should either be an extended abstract (750-1,000 words), or a full draft of up to 7,500 words. Send your applications by January 31, 2026. Decisions will be communicated by early March 2026. The school will accept up to 21 participants.

Scientific and Organizing Committee

Malte Dold (Pomona College)
Francesco Guala (University of Milan)
Conrad Heilmann (Erasmus University Rotterdam)
Chiara Lisciandra (Düsseldorf University)
Magdalena Malecka (University of Copenhagen)
Caterina Marchionni (University of Milan)
Ivan Moscati (University of Insubria)
Raffaello Seri (University of Insubria)

Organizers

The 4th Lake Como INEM Summer School is co-organized by the Lake Como School of Advanced Studies, the International Network for Economic Method (INEM), the University of Insubria, and the University of Milan.

Jun 9, 2026 - Jun 11, 2026: 2026 Forum on Philosophy, Engineering and Technology

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:08 -0500

The 2026 Forum on Philosophy, Engineering, and Technology abstracts are due 1/25. Since 2007, fPET’s mission is to encourage reflection on engineering, engineers, and technology.

Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 18, 2026: Disinformation Summer Institute

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 14:08 -0500

Applications for the second-ever Disinformation Summer Institute, which is co-sponsored by CSSN are due in one month, are now open! This 4-day, intensive summer institute is intended primarily for advanced PhD candidates, advanced law and medical students, post-docs and early career researchers seeking to better understand and address disinformation, but more senior scholars and practitioners who have recently moved into this domain are also encouraged to apply.

Apply for the Disinformation Summer Institute taking place this June at IslandWood on Bainbridge Island, Washington. Applications are short and due February 15th, 2026. Applicants will hear back in March. https://disinfoinstitute.org/

There is no fee to attend. The cost of economy travel and lodging will be covered for graduate students and at least partially defrayed for post-docs and assistant professors. Please indicate on the application form what you will need.

We are grateful to the Center for an Informed Public at the University of Washington, the Rockefeller Family Fund, the Climate Social Science Network at Brown University, and the Institute for Practical Ethics at UC San Diego for support.

Jun 16, 2026 - Jun 17, 2026: Entity Realism Beyond Manipulation

Mon, 11 May 2026 10:38 -0400

This workshop explores how entity realism could be extended to areas of science in which experimental manipulation in the traditional sense is impossible.

Jun 22, 2026: CFP: Philosophy of Science and Ethics of Science in the Context of A. Schopenhauer

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:07 -0400

We are pleased to announce the call for abstracts for the international conference “Philosophy of Science and Ethics of Science in the Context of A. Schopenhauer”, which will take place at Münster Palace, Germany, from 30 November to 1 December 2026.

The conference invites contributions in English or German and will bring together historical and systematic approaches to the philosophy of science and the ethics of science in relation to Arthur Schopenhauer’s philosophy.

We welcome submissions on topics including, but not limited to, Schopenhauer’s philosophy of science, scientific explanation and causality, the classification of the sciences, the ethics of scientific practice, responsibility and compassion in science, Schopenhauer’s reception in the special sciences, animal ethics, environmental ethics, and sustainability. Contributions that combine historical scholarship with systematic analysis are especially welcome, though purely historical papers are also very welcome.

Please send an abstract of approximately 300–500 words for a 30-minute presentation to:

jenslemanski+cfp26@uni-muenster.de

Submissions will be subject to peer review. We especially encourage submissions from early career researchers. The strongest submissions may be eligible for conference travel support.

Important dates
Submission deadline: 22 June 2026
Notification of acceptance: 13 July 2026
Conference: 30 November – 1 December 2026

An international publication of selected papers is planned.

Further information can be found at:
https://www.uni-muenster.de/Wissenschaftstheorie/en/veranstaltungen/Schopenhauer.html

Jun 30, 2026 - Jul 3, 2026: 2026 Usyd HPS Winter School / ANZPhilbio Workshop

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:31 -0400

The University of Sydney’s HPS Program and the Australia/New Zealand Philosophy of Biology workshop welcomes submissions on philosophy, history and social studies of biology.

Jun 30, 2026: CFP: Journal of Cognitive Science (JCS)

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:05 -0400

Call for Papers: Journal of Cognitive Science (JCS), Seoul National University. Interdisciplinary cognitive science research. Submissions welcome anytime.

Jul 23, 2026 - Jul 24, 2026: STS for Resilient Futures 2026: Science, Technology, and Society in the Era of Climate and Digital Transition

Wed, 27 May 2026 15:39 -0400

Chulalongkorn University’s Social Research Institute (CUSRI) is pleased to extend the abstract submission deadline of our upcoming conference "STS for Resilient Futures 2026: Science, Technology, and Society in the Era of Climate and Digital Transition" through June 20. The conference will be held on July 23-24, 2026, at the Mandarin Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand. The year's keynote speech features Professor Wen-Hua KUO, the President of Society for Social Studies of Science (4S) and Dr. Eligar SADEH, Chief Editor of Astropolitics.
We invite proposals for papers, panels, and roundtables engaging on any subjects related to Science and Technology Studies (STS). We encourage the submission of 300-word abstracts related to interdisciplinary research bridging science, technology, and social science via email to cusriglobal@gmail.com. Additionally, we welcome anyone who wishes to partner with us to host annual meetings or workshops alongside our events with our logistical support. Additional details are available on https://www.cusri-sts2026.com/

Jul 23, 2026 - Jul 24, 2026: STS for Resilient Futures: Advancing research on climate, technology, and societal information

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:19 -0400

Chulalongkorn University’s Social Research Institute is pleased to announce the international conference “STS for Resilient Futures 2026: Science, Technology, and Society in the Era of Climate and Digital Transition” on July 23–24, 2026, at the Mandarin Hotel in Bangkok. This year's theme includes: Resilience and Disaster Management; AI and Digital Transformation; Climate Sustainability, Health and Well-Being; Food Security and Biodiversity; and Energy and Green Transition. Scholars and practitioners in related topics are encouraged to submit 300-word abstracts before the Submission Deadline May 15, 2026, via email: cusriglobal@gmail.com.

Additional details are available on the conference website: https://www.cusri-sts2026.com/

Aug 12, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026: Philosophy of Biology at Madison (POBAM) 2026

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:11 -0500

POBAM is a philosophy of biology workshop that began at the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 2010 and moved to the University of Utah in 2018. As of 2026, it will be back in Madison! At its core, POBAM aims to showcase innovative work in philosophy of biology and to identify new areas that philosophers of biology might work on. Workshops are structured to provide constructive feedback, training with peers and for junior scholars, and opportunity for informal and friendly discussions, while encouraging work bridging philosophy, biology, and other cognate fields. Keynote speakers include Yasmin Haddad (Université du Québec à Montréal), Rose Novick (University of Washington) and Anne Pringle (UW Madison, Botany).

Nov 3, 2026 - Nov 6, 2026: XIV Conference of the Southern Cone Association for the Philosophy and History of Science

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:02 -0400

The Southern Cone Association of Philosophy and History of Science (AFHIC) invites international researchers to participate in the XIV AFHIC Meeting, to be held from November 3 to 6, 2026, in Valparaíso, Chile.

Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 21, 2026: International Mental Health Conference 2026 (Hybrid Event)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:23 -0400

Professionals seeking world-class mental health conferences will find exceptional value in the Mental Health Conference 2026, a premier international hybrid event scheduled for 20–21 November 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with virtual participation available worldwide.

Organized by PubScholars, this global conference brings together psychiatrists, psychologists, neuroscientists, researchers, clinicians, educators, policymakers, students, healthcare professionals, and mental health advocates to explore the latest innovations, research findings, and clinical advancements transforming mental healthcare.

Under the theme "Next-Generation Mental Health: Integrating AI, Genomics & Clinical Excellence," the conference aims to foster collaboration among experts from around the world while highlighting emerging technologies, evidence-based therapies, and multidisciplinary approaches that improve mental health outcomes across diverse populations.

Event Details

Event Name: Mental Health Conference 2026

Dates: 20–21 November 2026

Format: Hybrid Conference (In-Person & Virtual)

Venue: Aloft Boston Seaport District

Location: 401–403 D Street, Boston, MA 02210, United States

Conference Theme: Next-Generation Mental Health: Integrating AI, Genomics & Clinical Excellence

Organizer: PubScholars

Timings: 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM

Contact: +91 7042134266

Email: info@pubscholars.org

About the Conference

Mental healthcare continues to evolve rapidly due to increasing awareness, technological innovation, and growing demand for accessible and personalized treatment. Mental Health Conference 2026 serves as a global platform where professionals can exchange knowledge, discuss challenges, present research, and discover innovative approaches to mental wellness.

The conference focuses on bridging clinical expertise with emerging technologies, creating opportunities for collaboration among healthcare providers, researchers, policymakers, and technology innovators. Through keynote presentations, scientific sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain valuable insights into the future of mental healthcare.

The hybrid format ensures broad accessibility, allowing participants from across the globe to attend either in person or virtually while benefiting from interactive sessions, networking opportunities, and educational resources.

Why Attend?

Mental Health Conference 2026 offers participants the opportunity to:

Learn from internationally recognized experts and keynote speakers
Explore advances in psychiatry, psychology, and neuroscience
Discover the latest developments in AI-driven mental healthcare
Participate in hands-on workshops and scientific discussions
Present research through oral and poster presentations
Build international collaborations and partnerships
Gain publication and professional development opportunities
Network with professionals from multiple countries
Explore emerging digital mental health technologies

Whether you are an experienced practitioner, researcher, policymaker, or student, the conference provides valuable learning experiences and practical insights that can help advance your professional goals.

Scientific Sessions & Conference Topics

The conference features a comprehensive scientific program covering a wide range of topics related to mental health, neuroscience, and behavioral science.

Mental Health & Psychiatry

Depression and Anxiety Management
PTSD and Trauma-Informed Care
Youth and Adolescent Mental Health
Workplace Mental Health and Burnout Prevention
Women's Mental Health
Geriatric Psychiatry
Suicide Prevention and Crisis Intervention
Eating Disorders and Body Image Concerns

Neuroscience & Neurology

Neurodegenerative Diseases
Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
Parkinson's Disease
Clinical Neurophysiology
Brain Structure and Function
Cognitive Neuroscience
Neurobiology and Behavior
Stroke and Neurological Disorders

Digital Health & Innovation

Artificial Intelligence in Psychiatry
Digital Mental Health Technologies
Telepsychiatry
Virtual Therapy Platforms
AI-Powered Mental Health Applications
Neurofeedback Technologies
VR-Based Therapeutic Solutions
Data-Driven Mental Health Interventions

Public Health & Policy

Global Mental Health Inequalities
Community-Based Care Models
Mental Health Policy and Human Rights
Mental Health Advocacy
Workplace Wellness Programs
Public Health Strategies

Who Should Attend?

The conference welcomes participants from a variety of professional backgrounds, including:

Psychiatrists
Psychologists
Therapists and Counselors
Social Workers
Psychiatric Nurses
Neurologists
Primary Care Physicians
Clinical Researchers
Neuroscientists
University Faculty
Public Health Professionals
Healthcare Administrators
Mental Health Advocates
Students and Early-Career Professionals
HR and Workplace Wellness Leaders

The event is also suitable for NGOs, nonprofit organizations, caregivers, and individuals interested in advancing mental health awareness and innovation.

Research & Presentation Opportunities

Mental Health Conference 2026 encourages researchers, clinicians, academics, and students to submit original abstracts for oral and poster presentations.

Submission Highlights

Original and unpublished research
Oral and poster presentation options
International exposure
Networking with experts and peers
Publication opportunities
Professional recognition and awards

Important Dates

Abstract Submission Deadline: 30 April 2026
Early Bird Registration Deadline: 15 May 2026
Second Round Abstract Submission Deadline: 30 September 2026
Registration Closes: 20 October 2026

Venue Information

The conference will be hosted at the modern Aloft Boston Seaport District in Boston's vibrant Seaport neighborhood.

Venue Highlights

Approximately 10 minutes from Logan International Airport
Convenient public transportation access
Nearby hotels, restaurants, and attractions
State-of-the-art conference facilities
Fully equipped hybrid event infrastructure

Networking & Professional Development

The conference provides extensive opportunities for collaboration and professional growth through:

Live networking sessions
Expert panel discussions
Interactive workshops
Research presentations
Speaker Q&A sessions
International partnerships and collaborations

Participants will have the opportunity to connect with global leaders, researchers, healthcare professionals, and innovators working to improve mental health outcomes worldwide.

Register Today

Mental Health Conference 2026 offers an exceptional opportunity to gain knowledge, present research, discover innovative solutions, and connect with global experts committed to advancing mental healthcare.

If you are searching for the most impactful 2026 mental health conferences focused on psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, AI, digital health, and clinical excellence, Mental Health Conference 2026 is an event you cannot afford to miss.

Join us in Boston or participate virtually from anywhere in the world and become part of the global movement shaping the future of mental healthcare.

Jan 15, 2027: Synthese Topical Collection: Against the Grain: Developing the Prospects of Non-Naturalistic Metaphysics of Science

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:10 -0400

Call for Papers

Synthese Topical Collection: Against the Grain: Developing the Prospects of Non-Naturalistic Metaphysics of Science

Guest Editors:
Raoni Arroyo (Federal University of Santa Catarina / CNPq, Brazil)
Bruno Borge (University of Buenos Aires / CONICET, Argentina),
Cristián Soto (University of Chile, Chile).

Topical Collection website: https://link.springer.com/collections/dgjhfehdbd

A key feature of recent developments in the metaphysics of science is that it has mostly, if not exclusively, been developed within a naturalistic framework. For our purposes, naturalism can broadly be conceived in any of the following ways: it can be understood as continuous with, constrained by, derived from, or useful to science.

What all these have in common is a deferential attitude towards science, which may roughly be spelled out as follows: when it comes to ontology, methodology, or epistemology, metaphysicians of science should best defer such issues to science (particularly physics). Most, if not all, more or less recent developments that “take science seriously” fall under the naturalistic umbrella. One possible consequence of this default naturalistic orientation is that it may unduly restrict the scope of legitimate metaphysical inquiry.

We understand non-naturalistic metaphysics of science as a style of metaphysical practice whose problems need not exclusively arise within or emanate from the sciences. More specifically, it is a kind of metaphysics that remains oriented toward science without treating science as the sole source of its problems, methods, or epistemic credentials. In this context, by “non-naturalistic” we do not mean metaphysics that ignores, or floats free from, science, but rather metaphysical inquiry that engages with science without being fully grounded in, derived from, or subordinated to it.

The aim of the Topical Collection is not merely to criticize naturalism, but to articulate positive alternatives: ways of doing metaphysics of science that engage with scientific practices, examine the metaphysical assumptions and frontiers of science, and remain epistemically relevant to our overall scientific outlook without adopting a deferential stance toward science.

By contrast, naturalistic metaphysics of science has science as the proper ontological, epistemic, and methodological ground of metaphysical inquiry. Non-naturalistic metaphysics of science asks and addresses metaphysical issues properly, which can rightfully be considered as yielding genuine epistemic contributions to our knowledge or understanding of how the world is or could be.

Appropriate Topics for Submission include, among others:

Critiques of naturalism in metaphysics of science
Scientific antirealism and its bearing on metaphysics
Non-realist approaches to metaphysics
Pragmatist approaches
Perspectival approaches
Pluralism in scientific ontology
Meinongian and non-standard ontologies
Fictionalism
Empiricism and its relation to the metaphysics of science
Descriptive (Strawsonian) metaphysics
Mutualist or co-constitutive accounts of the science–metaphysics relation
The role of a priori reasoning in the metaphysics of science
Framework-oriented approaches to the metaphysics of science
Feminist, social, or situated approaches to scientific knowledge and metaphysics

This list is not meant to be exhaustive.

For further information, please contact the guest editors:

Raoni Arroyo: raoniarroyo@gmail.com
Bruno Borge: brunojborge@gmail.com
Cristián Soto: cssotto@uchile.cl

The deadline for submissions is January 15, 2027.

Submissions via: https://www.editorialmanager.com/synt/default.aspx

Please select “Submit New Manuscript” and choose the Topical Collection “Against the Grain: Developing the Prospects of Non-Naturalistic Metaphysics of Science” from the drop-down menu.

Raoni Arroyo
Federal University of Santa Catarina / CNPq
Email: raoniarroyo@gmail.com

Bruno Borge
University of Buenos Aires / CONICET
Email: brunojborge@gmail.com

Cristián Soto
University of Chile
Email: cssotto@uchile.cl