Michael Poznic

Michael Poznic is a researcher at the Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis (ITAS) within the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. His work bridges philosophy and engineering through the study of scientific representation and modeling practices.

Educational Background:

• PhD in Philosophy of Science and Technology from Delft University of Technology (2017)
• M.A. in Philosophy from RWTH Aachen University (2011), with minors in Psychology and Sociology

Research Interests:
Michael focuses on scientific modeling, philosophy of technology, and epistemology, particularly the intersection between philosophy of science and engineering design. His work examines fictionalist approaches to modeling, ethical implications of technological models, and interdisciplinary applications in biomedical and environmental contexts.

Publications:
His publications highlight trends in model-based representation, fictionalism in scientific practice, and responsible innovation. Notable contributions include analyses of organ-on-a-chip technologies and the ontological status of models in scientific debates.

Contact Information:
Email: michael.poznic@kit.edu