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The Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Science

The Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Science (CPNSS) promotes research into philosophical, methodological and foundational questions arising in the natural and the social sciences.

About

Learn about the history and purpose of our centre.
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People

Meet our Director, Staff and Associated Scholars.
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Events

Discover upcoming seminars, lectures and more.
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Department of Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method

Founded in 1946 by Sir Karl Popper, the department is renowned for a type of philosophy that is both continuous with the sciences and socially relevant.
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Research

Funded Research Projects

Our funded projects support innovative research at the intersection of philosophy, health, ethics, and society.
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Regular Research Groups

CPNSS hosts a variety of regular seminars on different areas of philosophy. The seminars are free and open to all, bringing leading scholars to London.
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Research Opportunities

We welcome applications from outstanding Early-Career researchers for a range of Fellowships and Schemes.
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CPNSS Visitor Programme

Learn how to become a Research Visitor at CPNSS/LSE Philosophy
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Research Associate

Learn how to become a Research Associate at CPNSS.
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Archived Research Project and Grants

Learn more about our previous research projects and grants.
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