ReMA Symposium
Knowledge in the Making: The Formation and Development of Thought
Join us for a symposium exploring the intricate processes of knowledge creation and cognition
Knowledge and cognition – i.e. the of process gaining knowledge and comprehension through thinking, experiences, and sensory input – have been central to philosophical inquiry for centuries and continue to shape contemporary debates on politics, society, and science. For example, we may question how throughout the history of philosophy institutions of power have played a role in knowledge creation, how religion has informed theories of cognition, or explore the narratives in the interplay between reason and emotions that often mark the emotions of women as irrational. Following contemporary debates, we may consider concerns on the influence of social media or search algorithms and large language models on our democratic deliberation, the spread of conspiratorial beliefs, or our understandings of ecology and the climate crisis as informed by scientific or indigenous knowledge, to name but a few. This OZSW symposium invites curious minds to explore the theme of knowledge and cognition, from its classical roots to modern traditions. We will delve into the interplay between reason or rationality and emotions, the influence of social, political, and scientific institutions and power structures on cognition and deliberative processes, as well as the potential of data-driven methods for thought and research on the history of ideas.
Confirmed keynote speakers:
- Enzo Rossi (UvA)
- Lilith Lee (VU)
- Jeroen de Ridder (VU)
| Primary target group | ReMA Students & PhD Candidates |
| If places available also open to | All |
| Type of activity | Symposium |
| Certificate credit points | NA |
| Organizer | OZSW |
| Location | Erasmuslaan 1 |
| Date | March 4 @ 09:30 |
| Venue | Erasmusgebouw (E 2.05) |
09:15 – Registration and coffee/tea
09:30 – Opening
09:45-10:30 Keynote Lecture I: Jeroen de Ridder
10:30 Coffee and tea
10:45–12:15 Panel I (4 speakers): “Spreading Ideas: philosophy of communication, social media and scientific methodology” (moderator: Alexandros)
- Daan Meinhardt
- Elena Solé Rodriguez
- Jasmine Campbell
- Antanas Balčėtis
12:15 – Lunch
13:15 – 14:00– Keynote Lecture II: Enzo Rossi
14:00 – 15:00 – Panel II (3 speakers): “Emotions: From Anger to Sadness” (moderator: Elena)
Speakers:
- Luisa Iglio
- Wieke van Vlaardingen
- Alexandros Manolakakis
15:00 – Coffee and Tea
15:15 – 16:00 – Keynote Lecture III: Lilith Lee
16:00 – 17:00 – Panel III (3 speakers): “Who run the world? Girls! Feminism and Epistemic Injustice” (moderator Wieke)
Speakers:
- Lene Vos
- Rania Ali
- Riccardo Molin
17:00 – Closing of the symposium
17:15 – Drinks
NA
Costs:
- Attendance is free for members of the OZSW and/or another research school in the Humanities (LOGOS).
How to register:
- Members of the OZSW: make sure you are logged in on the website. After you have successfully registered for the course, it will appear in your ‘profile page’.
- All may register via the registration button on this website. Please fill out the registration form and wait for a confirmation email. If you do not receive confirmation of your registration, please contact Eva Hendriks at .
The registration deadline is February 25, 2024. If registration has been closed because the maximum amount of participants has been reached, you can submit your name to the waiting list by sending an email to . Please also indicate whether you are a ReMA student or PhD candidate and whether you are a member of the OZSW or not.
The OZSW registration and cancellation policy applies to this activity (to be found here).
| Name | OZSW |