12th Annual University of Miami Graduate Student Conference: Biomedical Epistemology and Bioethics

Call For Papers 12th Annual University of Miami Graduate Student Conference: Biomedical Epistemology and Bioethics.
Date: October 16th-18th 2014
Place: Miami, Florida Keynote Addresses: John Arras (University of Virginia) and Rebecca Kukla (Georgetown University) (topics: TBA)
Submission Deadline: September 15th 2014 The Department of Philosophy at the University of Miami invites submissions for its annual graduate student conference.

This year, we are interested in papers directly related to the ethical or epistemological issues arising in the field of medicine (or an intersection of such issues); e.g., issues related to clinical trials, public health policy, human enhancement, etc. Papers responding to Dr. Arras’ or Dr. Kukla’s work are especially encouraged. However, if you think you can make a positive contribution to the conference, papers dealing with philosophical issues in medicine more broadly construed are also welcomed. Submission Guidelines: 1. Papers should be no more than 3000 words, or 30 minutes reading time. 2. Papers should be prepared for blind review (no identifying information), and accompanied by a title page including: a) Author’s name b) Academic status and affiliation c) Contact information (e-mail address preferably) d) 150 word abstract 3. Send electronic copies in .doc or .pdf format to um.philosophy.conference@gmail.com or send two paper copies to: Lance Aschliman UM Philosophy Department PO Box 248054 Coral Gables, FL 33124-4670, USA For more information, email um.philosophy.conference@gmail.com.

For information on previous conferences, visit http://www.miami.edu/phi/gradconference/.