معرفی
Nazım Keven is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Bilkent University since 2016. He holds a PhD from Washington University in St. Louis (2016) and an MA from Simon Fraser University (2009). His research focuses on Philosophy of Cognitive Science, Neurophilosophy, and Moral Psychology, with emphasis on memory, narratives, and human sociality. Keven received the Science Academy, Turkey’s Young Scientist Award (BAGEP) in 2020.
Education:
- PhD (2016): Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology Program, Washington University in St. Louis
- MA (2009): Philosophy, Simon Fraser University
Research Interests: Keven explores how episodic memory shapes moral behavior and social cognition. He investigates narrative structures in memory representation, the role of memory in ethical decision-making, and cognitive mechanisms underlying human sociality. His work bridges philosophy with neuroscience and psychology, addressing questions like whether episodic memory deters cheating or promotes altruism.
Awards:
- Science Academy, Turkey’s Young Scientist Award (BAGEP) 2020
Advising/Grants: While specific grant details aren’t listed, Keven’s publications suggest active engagement in interdisciplinary research. He contributes to Bilkent’s philosophy community through initiatives like the Bilkent PhilFest and undergraduate programs like Prokopton.
Labs/Teams: Participates in academic events including the annual Bilkent Philosophy Festival and leads reading groups in natural philosophy. Engages in outreach through projects like Lykeion (philosophy for high schoolers).
