With the UK government considering a ban on the prescription of homeopathic remedies on the NHS, John Worrall examines the rationale for such a proposal and suggests that the decision is not as simple as it might initially seem.
In our latest video, Dr Alex Voorhoeve discusses utilitarianism, egalitarianism and the path to Universal Health Coverage.
What can microbiology teach us about cultural evolution? Philosopher of Biology, Jonathan Birch, discusses “horizontal transmission”.
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In this brand new LSE Philosophy Video, Professor J. McKenzie Alexander discusses game theory, evolutionary game theory and the evolution of morality.
A proposal to help British breweries and pubs promote responsible drinking, by Luc Bovens.
Listen to Dr Jonathan Birch’s recent talk at The University of Oxford.
In the latest issue of Scientific American, Professor Christian List discusses the philosophical foundations of Einstein’s view of quantum mechanics.
After six years as Head of Department, Professor Luc Bovens will be taking a well-deserved sabbatical this year at Princeton University’s Center for Human Values. Although we’re sorry to see Luc go, we’re also excited to welcome our new Head of Department, Professor Miklós Rédei.
In a recent article in The Atlantic, LSE philosopher of science Bryan W. Roberts argues that humans are what make AI weapons so scary.
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