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Kerry McKenzie is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Their research focuses on metaphysics, philosophy of physics, structural realism, and the methodology of science. They have published extensively on topics such as fundamentality, grounding, and the interplay between metaphysics and scientific theories. McKenzie teaches advanced courses on metaphysics, philosophy of science, and structural realist frameworks, including notable courses like 'The Metaphysics of Psychedelic Experience' (PHIL 130) and 'Introduction to Science Studies.'
Recent academic engagements include speaking at the Central APA (Feb 2024), the Santa Fe Institute (March 2024), and a conference in Bergen, Norway (June 2024). Their work challenges traditional metaphysical approaches and advocates for science-guided methodologies. They are also a contributor to edited volumes and peer-reviewed journals, addressing debates in structural realism and the philosophy of modern physics.
Publications span structuralism, fundamentality, and critiques of metaphysical naturalism, emphasizing interdisciplinary dialogue between philosophy and physics. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but their academic contributions reflect sustained engagement with cutting-edge theoretical debates.
