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Dr Matthew Jope is a Research Fellow in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Aberdeen's School of Divinity, History, Philosophy & Art History. His research focuses on epistemology, particularly the epistemology of testimony, trust, risk, epistemic partiality, and scepticism. He is affiliated with the AHRC-funded project Digital Knowledge and contributes to interdisciplinary research on topics like care in funerals and grave goods practices. Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at the University of Edinburgh (2021) and the University of Barcelona, following his PhD in Philosophy from the University of Edinburgh completed in 2021.
His work intersects with broader themes in social epistemology and applied ethics, reflecting his engagement with contemporary philosophical debates. Jope participates in research initiatives such as the Care in Funerals project, which examines ethical and practical dimensions of end-of-life practices through case studies. He is also linked to the Centre for Knowledge and Society, exploring public pedagogy and social media's role in knowledge dissemination.
While no specific awards are listed, his involvement in funded research projects highlights his academic contributions. His advising and grant activities are not detailed in the provided text, but his postdoctoral roles suggest active participation in academic mentorship and collaborative research.
