CFP: Special Issue: Philosophy in Technology: Different Perspectives on Challenges and Changes

Call for Papers

A special issue of the Philosophical Problems in Science entitled

Philosophy in Technology: Different Perspectives on Challenges and Changes

The Philosophy in Technology: Different Perspectives on Challenges and Changes special issue of journal Philosophical Problems in Science is dedicated to discussing the import of philosophy in technology and engineering. We look for studies of salient philosophical dimensions, or underpinnings, of technology that demonstrate how philosophical insights shed new light on what technology does or misses and how technology is influenced by salient philosophical assumptions. Our main focus is – but the scope is not limited to – AI as most challenging technology today.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved dramatically since its inception, from simple computational systems to advanced machine learning models capable of mimicking human behavior. At the same time, philosophical, ethical, and social implications regarding the nature of humanity, agency, and cognition have come to the forefront. We propose to explore two interconnected themes: the evolution of AI concepts toward human-like agents and the reduction of human uniqueness as AI systems advance. The special issue draws on a multidisciplinary approach, combining insights from AI research, philosophy of mind, cognitive science, ethics, and social theory.

Proposed topics may include:

• the historical development of AI from its initial conception to the present day, focusing on the increasing mimicry of human traits and behaviors;
• philosophical and ethical implications of creating AI systems that replicate human cognitive processes and behaviors;
• reduction of human uniqueness in the context of AI's evolution, exploring how this affects our sense of identity, agency, and purpose;
• critical analysis of the intersection between human nature and machine intelligence as AI systems evolve;
• potential futures for AI, considering the philosophical, social, and ethical challenges of creating truly human like machines.

Submission Deadline: September 15, 2025

Publication: End of 2025

All submitted papers will be considered in accordance with the usual strict peer-review procedures of the journal. Texts should be submitted in English, and submissions from authors who are not native English speakers will need to be edited by a native speaker who is competent in the field. Furthermore, papers should be consistent with the theme of this special edition.

The submission procedure and author guidelines can be found at:  Add supporting material (slides, programs, etc.)