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Evolution of distinctively human cognition explored in new book
Educate & Act spring series will center on topics of technology and democracy, the Kansas Legislature and climate legislation
KU senior DaNae Estabine named a Schwarzman Scholar
Physicians reveal outlooks and concerns about use of artificial intelligence in medical care
Virtue and reality of hope examined in new book
History and philosophy of materialism explored in new book
IRISE fellows, students to develop plan for values-focused KU culture
New patient-centered ethical theory honored with Philosopher’s Annual inclusion
KU student DaNae Estabine honored as Newman Civic Fellow
KU student finalist for Truman scholarship
KU Libraries host journals in open access space, making scholarship available worldwide
Hall Center for the Humanities announces speaker lineup for spring 2024
KU Undergraduate Ethics Bowl Team concludes successful fall semester
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Undergraduate Ethics Bowl Team, based in the Department of Philosophy, achieved notable success in its second year. Competing at the Rocky Mountain Region Ethics Bowl hosted by the Colorado School of Mines on Nov. 11, the team secured a third-place overall. Noteworthy victories were...
Four professors awarded Big XII Faculty Fellowships
LAWRENCE — Four University of Kansas professors have been selected for The Big XII Faculty Fellowship Program, which provides tenured and tenure-track faculty up to $2,500 in travel funding to collaborate with peers at other Big 12 institutions. Fellows can use the funding to visit campuses, bring colleagues from peer...
Global Scholars to present research April 27
LAWRENCE — Covering diverse topics from around the world, seven seniors will present their internationally focused research at the Global Scholars Research Symposium this week. The event is the culmination of the Global Scholars program, which is in its 12th year. ...
KU Kudos: Jayhawk faculty and staff achievements, March 2023
LAWRENCE — It's time to celebrate Jayhawk colleagues' achievements: KU News Service accepted submissions and combed websites, social media and newsletters for recent external honors and awards for current faculty and staff at the Lawrence, Edwards and Medical Center campuses and affiliates. Have something to share? Submit by April 21...
Center for East Asian Studies opens year of public health programming with film screenings
LAWRENCE — Public health is the focus of programming from the Center for East Asian Studies this year, beginning with a film series Oct. 25-28 at the Kansas Union. The four feature films deal with diverse public-health related issues and will be followed by discussions led by KU faculty and...
Hall Center for the Humanities announces awards, fellowships for 2022-23
LAWRENCE — The Hall Center for the Humanities at the University of Kansas has announced the recipients of fellowships and grants awarded for 2022-2023. ...
Positive effect of self-interest examined in 'A Theory of Prudence'
LAWRENCE — We are often judged by how we treat others. But what about how we treat ourselves? ...
Evolutionary biology may be solution to economic recovery
LAWRENCE — Researchers are examining policies that can help bring the global economy back on track. ...
Sam Steuart wins Philip Whitcomb Essay Contest
LAWRENCE – Recent University of Kansas graduate Sam Steuart has won the Philip W. Whitcomb Memorial Essay Prize at KU with an essay on the relationship between growing prison populations and the reduction of welfare support in U.S. public policy. ...
Expert available to discuss moral implications for reopening economy
LAWRENCE — While scientists and economists are debating the health and financial reasons of why the economy should reopen following the COVID-19 pandemic, there is another factor that should also be considered. ...
New research will explore renewable energy, water treatment, ammonia production to bolster rural resilience
LAWRENCE — Farming communities across the U.S. are struggling. They face challenges such as low prices for agricultural products, high prices for energy and fertilizer, pollution from runoff and waste, and depleting water supplies. They also have opportunities such as the ability to produce large amounts of energy locally using...
The Commons sets Red Hot Research dates for fall 2019
LAWRENCE — Red Hot Research returns this fall with six events for University of Kansas researchers. Red Hot Research is a regular Friday event, built of five short presentations from across KU to open the door for new ways of understanding work through discussion across perspectives. ...
Philosophy classes can affect real-world behavior, study finds
LAWRENCE — College philosophy classes may open your mind to new ways of thinking. But can they really affect how you behave? ...
Professor proves complete reliability of software remains impossible
LAWRENCE — If your car has an electronic parking brake, you’re asking for trouble. ...
Chancellor to present four University Scholarly Achievement Awards on April 24
LAWRENCE — Four midcareer faculty members at the University of Kansas will receive an award in recognition of their significant achievements in scholarly or research contributions in their field. ...
If we have less control over our moral actions than we think, David Hume can help, philosopher says
LAWRENCE — Recent findings from moral psychologists suggests we might have very little rational and intentional control over how we perceive many situations and how we respond to them. ...