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Research at Rotman
The institute integrates core humanities scholarship — especially philosophy — into interdisciplinary research in the sciences, social sciences, and more. We unite scholars across disciplines locally and globally to address major scientific, technological, and societal challenges shaped by what we consider to be deep and wicked problems.
Our Research Goals
- To foster success for institute researchers at all levels.
- To create a research environment that fosters innovative solutions to deep and wicked problems.
- To provide distinctive interdisciplinary training for students in the sciences and humanities.
- To integrate philosophical and ethical considerations into science, technology, and policy.
- To inform and engage the public on deep and wicked problems.
Our Research Priorities
- Knowledge in the 21st Century
- Societal Impact of Emerging Technologies
- Challenges in Public Health
- Foundations of Physics, Neuroscience, and the Mind
Think Tank Projects
Interdisciplinary Think Tank Projects are projects that address deep and wicked challenges that are supported by our Interdisciplinary Think Tank Program. Think Tank projects foster collaboration across disciplines and sectors, develop innovative research programs, and position teams for major external funding.
Institute Supported Projects
Institute Supported Projects encompass a wide range of interdisciplinary initiatives at various stages of development. The institute provides strategic, organizational, and collaborative support to help research teams refine ideas, build partnerships, and advance research agendas.
Research Activities
The institute supports various research activities, including reading groups, working groups, and research meetings and events. These initiatives bring together scholars and partners from diverse disciplines and sectors to explore shared questions, exchange ideas, and develop collaborative research projects.
Faculty Member Network Map
Institute faculty members bring research expertise from a wide range of disciplines. Explore our Faculty Member Network Map to see how our members’ interests connect across areas of expertise and ongoing research activities.
- Artificial Intelligence and Computation
- Ecological Philosophy
- Emerging Technologies and Social Impact
- Environment and Climate Change
- Ethics
- Governance and Public Policy
- History and Philosophy of Science
- Philosophy of Mind and Neuroscience
- Philosophy of Physics and Experimental Physics
- Public Health and Health Policy