معرفی
Michael Madary is an Associate Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Philosophy at the University of the Pacific. He holds a PhD in Philosophy from Tulane University (2007), an MA in Philosophy/Cognitive Science from the University of Houston (2003), and a BA in Philosophy from the University of Dallas (1999).
Education
- PhD, Philosophy, Tulane University, 2007
- MA, Philosophy / Cognitive Science, University of Houston, 2003
- BA, Philosophy, University of Dallas, 1999
Research Interests
Madary's research spans the philosophy of mind, ethics of emerging technology, and philosophy of perception using an interdisciplinary approach integrating psychology, neuroscience, and history of philosophy. He co-authored the pioneering Code of Ethics for Virtual Reality (2016), covered by major media including The New Yorker and The Guardian, and authored Visual Phenomenology (MIT Press, 2017). Current work explores technology's impact on human cognition and agency through experiential learning frameworks.
Publication Trends
His recent publications (2023-2016) reveal sustained focus on virtual reality ethics, illusion of agency in human-computer interaction, and Husserlian phenomenology applied to technology. Key themes include mediated reality, cognitive technology ethics, and perceptual abnormalities, consistently bridging theoretical philosophy with practical technological concerns.
Professional Impact
Madary co-founded the first VR ethics code with Thomas Metzinger, influencing industry standards and generating international media discourse. His public engagement includes CBC Radio interviews and podcasts like Overthink and 88 Names, addressing virtual reality's societal implications and therapeutic potential.
