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Edouard Machery is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Pittsburgh, where he also serves as Director of the Center for Philosophy of Science. His work bridges philosophy, cognitive science, and empirical psychology, with strong interdisciplinary affiliations including Classics, History, and the World History Center.
His research interests lie primarily in the philosophy of cognitive science, experimental philosophy, moral psychology, and the methodology of psychology. He investigates the nature of concepts, the validity of reverse inference in neuroscience, cross-cultural variations in epistemic and semantic intuitions, and foundational issues in statistical inference. His work critically engages with conceptual analysis, the structure of human cognition, and the scientific status of folk psychological categories.
The 15 most recent publications reflect a sustained engagement with experimental philosophy, employing empirical methods to test philosophical intuitions across cultures. His work spans moral judgment, epistemology, semantics, and cognitive architecture, with a strong emphasis on methodological rigor and interdisciplinary collaboration. He frequently publishes in high-impact journals such as Cognition, Noûs, and Nature Human Behavior, and has contributed to major debates about redefining statistical significance in psychology.
Scientific Awards and Editorial Roles:
- Editor, Naturalistic Section, Philosophy Compass
Machery actively mentors students and has supervised numerous PhD and research projects in experimental philosophy and philosophy of science. He has secured significant research support through collaborative grants and institutional leadership roles, particularly through the Center for Philosophy of Science. His teaching includes courses on philosophy of cognitive science, experimental philosophy, and the epistemology of experimental practices.
He leads and participates in several research initiatives focused on cross-cultural cognition, human nature, and methodological reform in psychology. His lab and collaborative projects often involve large-scale surveys, cross-cultural experiments, and interdisciplinary teams combining philosophers, psychologists, and cognitive scientists.
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