The Australian Academy of Science is seeking applications for ordinary membership of its 19 National Committees for Science, including the National Committee for the History and Philosophy of Scien…

Submissions are now open and are due by August 8th. Abstracts can be submitted here. We are pleased to announce that the 2025 conference of the Australasian Association for the History, Phil…

Submissions are now open and will be due by mid-July. Abstracts can be submitted here. We are pleased to announce that the 2025 conference of the Australasian Association for the History, Ph…

We are pleased to announce that the 2025 conference of the Australasian Association for the History, Philosophy and Social Studies of Science (AAHPSSS) will be held in a hybrid format at the Univer…

<p> Hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT) are a mainstay treatment for people with conditions affecting their blood and immune system. Transplanted cells are sourced from matched donors, or the patient themselves. However, finding a suitable donor or sufficient cells can be challenging and limit treatment outcomes. Recent advances in stem cell science means that future treatment could involve laboratory grown cells (1). Such developments are embroiled in hope for better futures, but also concerns or ambivalence about technological interventions that are not ‘natural’. This Melbourne based PhD project will explore the cultural significance of blood stem cells and transplantation in the context of possible future treatments. The project will seek to gain insights on what people understand about blood stem cells and current treatments involving stem cell transplants, including how their views are shaped and what matters to them. The project’s goal is to provide a rich and nuanced background for future public and patient engagement that will influence the ongoing research being undertaken at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute in developing laboratory grown transplantation products. </p> <p> This interdisciplinary project will draw on a range of methods refined in dialogue with the successful candidate’s profile and interests, and could include (a) literature review of earlier research on attitudes to HSCT and laboratory grown alternatives alongside related ethical considerations, (b) a discourse analysis of news media and cultural depictions (such as in science fiction) of HSCT and future products, grounded in (c) qualitative interviews with scientists and clinicians working in the field and public engagement workshops, or other methods which the candidate finds relevant. </p> <p> The project is supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Stem Cell Medicine, reNEW (Novo Nordisk Foundation grant number NNF21CC0073729) and will be supervised by researchers at Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, the University of Melbourne and the University of Copenhagen. </p> <p> The student will be enrolled through the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Melbourne. While they will be physically located at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, they will also be invited to join activities and learning opportunities through the University of Melbourne Faculty of Arts, including the new Medical Humanities Research Lab initiative. As members of reNEW they will also be included in our global research program. </p> <p> <em>If you are interested in this PhD project, send an email to Prof Megan Munsie (primary supervisor, megan.munsie@mcri.edu.au) explaining why you would like to be considered for this opportunity and how the project fits with your experience and interests. Make sure to attach your CV and transcripts to the email. Only enquiries sent via email will be considered.</em> </p>

Panellists: PROF. ROB WILSON (UWA), GEMMA LUCY SMART (USYD), DR. ALAN JURGENS (UOW) This panel will explore new approaches to teaching philosophy of science, with a focus on making pedagogy more in…

We are pleased to announce that the 2024 Dyason Lecture is set to be given by Professor Alison Bashford on Wednesday, December 4th at 6.30pm at the Forum Theatre at the University of Melbourne. The…

We are sad to announce that Dr Natalie Köhle passed away on Monday morning. Natalie was a historian of Chinese medicine, interested in the transcultural history of bodily fluids and in th…

AusSTS 2024 Conference Call for Proposals “(De-)Territorialising STS: Discipline, Place, Power” Date: Monday 18th to Wednesday 20th November, 2024 ECR Day: 18th November Main conference: 19-20th Novem...

The popularity of portraiture, especially in the English-speaking world, is well known. That medical practitioners were keen on portraits is also a...

The popularity of portraiture, especially in the English-speaking world, is well known. That medical practitioners were keen on portraits is also a...

The home base for the History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Melbourne, including the HPS Podcast and seminar series

Today Carmelina is joined by Professor Uljana Feest, Philosopher of Psychology and Chair for Philosophy of Social Science and Social Philosophy at the Leibniz University of Hannover.  In this episode,...

<p> <strong>The PhD Project</strong> </p> <p> The MetaMelb Research Initiative is an interdisciplinary Metascience group. Metascience is a research field that has grown out of the replication crisis in social, behavioural, life and biomedical sciences. It studies the norms and practices of science, often with the intent of intervening and evaluating alternative methods and practices. </p> <p> The successful applicant will deminstrate willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team environment. </p> <p> <strong>Scholarship Benefits</strong> </p> <p> The scholarship benefits include: </p> <ul> <li>Full fee offset for up to four years </li> <li>A stipend of &#36;37,000 per year pro rata (2024 full time study rate) for up to 3.5 years. </li> <li>Benefits as per the <a href="https://gradresearch.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/graduate-research-scholarship-terms-and-conditions#benefits">Graduate Research Scholarship Terms and Conditions</a> </li> </ul> <p> <strong>Eligibility</strong> </p> <p> Applicants for this scholarship must meet the entry requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Arts (full details can be found on the <a href="https://study.unimelb.edu.au/find/courses/graduate/doctor-of-philosophy-arts/">Doctor of Philosophy - Arts</a> web pages) and have received a minimum result of first-class Honours or equivalent in their undergraduate degree and/or demonstrated a similarly high level of performance in a graduate degree. It is essential that the candidate meets the University’s English language requirements. </p> <p> <strong>Applications</strong> </p> <p> <strong><em>How to Apply</em></strong> </p> <p> <em><br> To start the EOI process, please submit the Expression of Interest form with the following by <strong>10 June 2024</strong>:</em> </p> <ul> <li> <em>A Curriculum Vitae outlining all of your complete and incomplete academic qualifications and work experience, details of any research publications (if relevant), and listing two referees.</em> </li> <li> <em>Academic Transcripts</em> </li> <li> <em>a 5,000-word writing sample drawn from your prior research (e.g. Masters or Honours thesis)</em> </li> <li> <em>A one to two-page research proposal including:</em> <ul> <li> <em>A short description of their general Metascience interest (e.g., computational reproducibility, peer review, research integrity)</em> </li> <li> <em>Outline of a specific project within the nominated area of interest</em> </li> <li> <em>List of any substantive science discipline(s) they have experience and/or training in (e.g., psychology, economics, biomedicine)</em> </li> <li> <em>Any relevant background or training in history, philosophy, sociology or psychology of science</em> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> <em>The EOI process may close early if a preferred candidate is identified. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. Please note any invitation to apply does not guarantee candidature or scholarship offer. For more information about our PhD program and application process, please visit </em><a href="https://arts.unimelb.edu.au/study/graduate-research"><strong><em>this website</em></strong></a><em>.</em> </p> <p> Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview prior to the final selection being made. </p> <p> <strong>Enquiries</strong> </p> <p> Please contact Professor Fiona Fidler (<a href="mailto:fidlerfm@unimelb.edu.au">fidlerfm@unimelb.edu.au</a>) by email with any enquiries. </p>

<p> <strong>The PhD Project</strong> </p> <p> The Medical Humanities Research Lab focuses on generating impactful and interdisciplinary knowledge on medicine, health, and care through research that draws on the humanities, arts, and social sciences. Our research illuminates and foregrounds emotions in human interactions with medicine and health. </p> <p> Candidates with demonstrated skills in interdisciplinary research are sought. </p> <p> <strong>Scholarship Benefits</strong> </p> <p> The scholarship benefits include: </p> <ul> <li>Full fee offset for up to four years </li> <li>A stipend of &#36;37,000 per year pro rata (2024 full time study rate) for up to 3.5 years. </li> <li>Benefits as per the <a href="https://gradresearch.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/graduate-research-scholarship-terms-and-conditions#benefits">Graduate Research Scholarship Terms and Conditions</a> </li> </ul> <p> <strong>Eligibility</strong> </p> <p> Applicants for this scholarship must meet the entry requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Arts (full details can be found on the <a href="https://study.unimelb.edu.au/find/courses/graduate/doctor-of-philosophy-arts/">Doctor of Philosophy - Arts</a> web pages) and have received a minimum result of first-class Honours or equivalent in their undergraduate degree and/or demonstrated a similarly high level of performance in a graduate degree. It is essential that the candidate meets the University’s English language requirements. </p> <p> <strong>Applications</strong> </p> <p> <strong><em>How to Apply</em></strong> </p> <p> <em><br> To start the EOI process, please submit the Expression of Interest form with the following by <strong>10 June 2024</strong>:</em> </p> <ul> <li> <em>A Curriculum Vitae outlining all of your complete and incomplete academic qualifications and work experience, details of any research publications (if relevant), and listing two referees.</em> </li> <li> <em>Academic Transcripts</em> </li> <li> <em>a 5,000-word writing sample drawn from your prior research (e.g. Masters or Honours thesis)</em> </li> <li> <em>A one to two-page research proposal including a brief overview of proposed research topic indicating how it will open new spaces for understanding the histories of mental health, wellbeing, and illness. The proposal should indicate a general understanding of the field including a demonstrated knowledge of the literature.</em> </li> </ul> <p> <em>The EOI process may close early if a preferred candidate is identified. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. Please note any invitation to apply does not guarantee candidature or scholarship offer. For more information about our PhD program and application process, please visit </em><a href="https://arts.unimelb.edu.au/study/graduate-research"><strong><em>this website</em></strong></a><em>.</em> </p> <p> Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview prior to the final selection being made. </p> <p> <strong>Enquiries</strong> </p> <p> Please contact Dr Jacinthe Flore (<a href="mailto:jacinthe.flore@unimelb.edu.au">jacinthe.flore@unimelb.edu.au)</a> by email with any enquiries. </p>

<p> <strong>The PhD Project</strong> </p> <p> The Medical Humanities Research Lab focuses on generating impactful and interdisciplinary knowledge on medicine, health, and care through research that draws on the humanities, arts, and social sciences. Our research illuminates and foregrounds emotions in human interactions with medicine and health. </p> <p> Candidates with demonstrated skills in interdisciplinary research are sought. </p> <p> <strong>Scholarship Benefits</strong> </p> <p> The scholarship benefits include: </p> <ul> <li>Full fee offset for up to four years </li> <li>A stipend of &#36;37,000 per year pro rata (2024 full time study rate) for up to 3.5 years. </li> <li>Benefits as per the <a href="https://gradresearch.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/graduate-research-scholarship-terms-and-conditions#benefits">Graduate Research Scholarship Terms and Conditions</a> </li> </ul> <p> <strong>Eligibility</strong> </p> <p> Applicants for this scholarship must meet the entry requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Arts (full details can be found on the <a href="https://study.unimelb.edu.au/find/courses/graduate/doctor-of-philosophy-arts/">Doctor of Philosophy - Arts</a> web pages) and have received a minimum result of first-class Honours or equivalent in their undergraduate degree and/or demonstrated a similarly high level of performance in a graduate degree. It is essential that the candidate meets the University’s English language requirements. </p> <p> <strong>Applications</strong> </p> <p> <strong><em>How to Apply</em></strong> </p> <p> <em><br> To start the EOI process, please submit the Expression of Interest form with the following by <strong>10 June 2024</strong>:</em> </p> <ul> <li> <em>A Curriculum Vitae outlining all of your complete and incomplete academic qualifications and work experience, details of any research publications (if relevant), and listing two referees.</em> </li> <li> <em>Academic Transcripts</em> </li> <li> <em>a 5,000-word writing sample drawn from your prior research (e.g. Masters or Honours thesis)</em> </li> <li> <em>A one to two-page research proposal including a brief overview of proposed research topic indicating how it will open new spaces for understanding the histories of mental health, wellbeing, and illness. The proposal should indicate a general understanding of the field including a demonstrated knowledge of the literature.</em> </li> </ul> <p> <em>The EOI process may close early if a preferred candidate is identified. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. Please note any invitation to apply does not guarantee candidature or scholarship offer. For more information about our PhD program and application process, please visit </em><a href="https://arts.unimelb.edu.au/study/graduate-research"><strong><em>this website</em></strong></a><em>.</em> </p> <p> Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview prior to the final selection being made. </p> <p> <strong>Enquiries</strong> </p> <p> Please contact Dr Jacinthe Flore (<a href="mailto:jacinthe.flore@unimelb.edu.au">jacinthe.flore@unimelb.edu.au)</a> by email with any enquiries. </p>

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