Call for papers for the 2nd Aristotle Reading Party on Metaphysics Mu: Ancient views on the nature of mathematics\, Sep 9th-10th 2017\, Faculty of Philosophy\, University of Oxford \;
\nWe will read and comment on all chapters of Aristotle's Metaphysics Mu over the stretch of two days. The sections are introduced by the following speakers: \;
\n- Sarah Broadie (University of St Andrews)
\n- Edward Hussey (University of Oxford)
\n- Emily Katz (Michigan State University)
\n- Michail Peramatzis (University of Oxford) \;
\nIf you are a graduate student or early career scholar and would like to present a paper\, please consider submitting an extended abstract (1\,000 words) on any topic addressed in Aristotle's Metaphysics Mu. This includes but is not limited to the following topics: \;
\n- Aristotle's view on mathematical objects
\n- Priority in mathematical contexts
\n- Qua-operator
\n- Plato's and other ancient philosophers' views on mathematics
\n- Aristotle's critique of Plato in Mu (and elsewhere)
\n- mathematical practice and methodology
\n- role of mathematics in Aristotle's and/or Plato's philosophy \;
\nThe deadline is 1st July 2017. Please make sure that your abstract is prepared for blind review and submit only via https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=arismath2017 \;
\nPartial funding of travelling costs is available. Further funding is sought but cannot be guaranteed.
\nFor any questions please contact Dr Janine Gü\;hler (janine.guhler@worc.ox.ac.uk). \;
\nA call for registration will be issued and widely circulated after decisions are made regarding abstract submissions. \;
\nThis conference is kindly supported by the Faculty of Philosophy\, University of Oxford\, Analysis Trust\, British Society of History of Philosophy and Society for the Promotion of Hellenic Studies.
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