Philosophy of Biology

[0.50] credits · Undergraduate

This course focuses on philosophical issues that arise within biology, such as the explanation of altruism, the question of whether species are real, and the challenge of how to identify adaptations. The course also examines philosophical issues that arise at the interface between biology and society, such as the implications of evolutionary theory for traditional views about human nature, the proper role for scientists in advocating for environmental policies, or public trust in vaccines.