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By Roma

A multidisciplinary investigation into the underpinnings of hatred, from neuroscience to moral philosophy.

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By Daniel

Critically evaluating the game metaphor for life, focusing on strategic rationality, rules, and ends.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Art , DamienHirst , HirstFactor , Posthumanism

By Sourabh

In contemporary art theory and philosophy, what is meant by the "Hirst Factor" in relation to Damien Hirst's work and its conceptual implications?

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Philosophy

By Shraddha

Seeking the most parsimonious, defensible account of truth, avoiding complex metaphysical commitments.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Cognition , humanBias , Reasoning , Theory of mind

By Manoj

Defining and exploring the nature of intuitive, often non-propositional, mental models in human cognition.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Cognitive science , Neuroscience , Psychology

By Shraddha

Reviewing evidence for sex-based brain differences while highlighting the philosophical pitfalls in moving from biology to claims about cognition or behavior.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Causality , Philosophy , Science

By Adithi

Investigating potential biological or environmental mechanisms behind a seemingly synchronistic natural phenomenon.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Metaphysics , Philosophy , Theology

By Shraddha

Examining different models of divine action vis-à-vis natural laws: interventionism, deism, concurrentism, and others.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Biology , Evolution , Life , Metaphysics , Purpose

By Shraddha

A scholar seeks clarity on how science and metaphysics differently explain what life is and why it exists.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Dasein , Existence , Heidegger , Philosophy

By Manoj

A scholar questions whether human existence can be reduced to thinking alone or if it involves broader dimensions.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Epistemology , Philosophy , Relativity

By Virat

Why Pontius Pilate’s question remains a central philosophical problem.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Aristotle , Ethics , Philosophy , wellbeing

By Roma

A scholar seeks clarity on how major philosophical schools understand happiness and human fulfillment.

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By Amy

A student seeks a clear explanation of the core principles and commitments of metaphysical naturalism.

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By Roopa K

A scholar seeks authoritative book recommendations linking systems theory with Theory of Mind.

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asked at 11 Mar, 2024 15:19 in Destiny , Determinism , Existentialism , FreeWill

By Roma

Understanding why natural systems show intricate complexity rather than straightforward simplicity.

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