Description
Recent work on the interconnections between formal epistemology and foundations of quantum mechanics has prompted exciting developments on important philosophical questions. For example:
This retreat gathers early-career scholars working on these or closely related questions.
The retreat will take place in the University of Washington's \;Pack Forest \;conference center\, near the base of Mt. Rainier. You will have the opportunity to present your work in a seminar format\, getting feedback from peers and senior scholars Dr. Emily Adlam and Prof. Richard Healey\, who will also give lectures on their work in this area. There will be lots of time for informal discussion\, relaxation\, and enjoying the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest with hikes and other outdoor activities. The retreat organizers will cover expenses for food\, accommodations\, and travel within the United States.
This event is funded by the \;NSF grant \;of the same name.
Senior Scholars
Emily Adlam (Western University)
Richard Healey (University of Arizona)
Retreat Organizers
Benjamin Feintzeig (University of Washington)
Samuel C. Fletcher (University of Minnesota)
Jer Steeger (University of Washington)
How to apply
Please prepare the following:
Email your CV\, personal statement\, and abstract in one PDF to \;jsteeger@uw.edu \;with the subject line &ldquo\;QEBQM Summer Application&rdquo\;. Applications are \;due by March 31. \;We will respond with decisions as quickly as possible and no later than April 30.
We will expect each retreat participant by July 1 to have developed a complete paper on the topic of their abstract to share with the group. Each participant will also prepare a 10-minute commentary on another participant&rsquo\;s paper. Papers should be no more than 10\,000 words\, including footnotes (but not including technical appendices\, if you have any\, or references).
A note on Covid-19 and online options
We strive to have this event in person if circumstances reasonably allow it\, following the University of Washington's Covid-19 procedures. Currently\, these require all participants to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and the use of well-fitting masks while indoors. However\, if Covid-19 poses ongoing safety and health concerns nearer to the time of the retreat\, we will consider online options.
If you have any additional questions\, please do not hesitate to reach out! Also\, please do feel free to circulate this CFA widely with any folks or lists that might be interested.