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Rose Trappes is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Centre for the Study of the Sciences and the Humanities, University of Bergen, Norway. Her research lies at the intersection of philosophy of biology, feminist philosophy of science, and the epistemology of ecological practices. She investigates philosophical issues arising from contemporary ecology, including individuality, niche construction, animal tracking, open data, and citizen science. Her current project focuses on the epistemic value and diversity brought by citizen science in global biodiversity research.
- PhD in Philosophy, Bielefeld University, Germany
- Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Exeter, UK (PHIL_OS project)
- Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Bergen, Norway
Her research interests span philosophy of biology, feminist philosophy of science, ecology, open science, and citizen science. She employs qualitative, participatory, and conceptual methods to analyze how scientific concepts like individuality and sex are constructed and used in interdisciplinary research. Her work critically examines the role of technology, data practices, and public participation in shaping ecological knowledge.
The most recent articles show a strong focus on biological individuality, niche construction, citizen science, and epistemic values in ecology. There is a recurring interest in how scientific categories—especially those related to sex and individuality—are defined and contested. Her publications appear in leading philosophy of science journals such as Synthese, Biology & Philosophy, and The British Journal for the Philosophy of Science, reflecting a rigorous engagement with both theoretical and empirical scientific practices.
- Associate Editor, History and Philosophy of the Life Sciences
- Book Review Editor, Acta Biotheoretica
- Coordinating Editor, SPSP Newsletter
- Maintains the Feminist Philosophy of Science Topic Page on PhilPapers
Rose Trappes has not received explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the text, but her editorial roles and active publication record indicate strong recognition in the philosophy of science community. She has collaborated with prominent scholars in the field and contributes to shaping discourse through editorial and curatorial work. There is no mention of advising students or securing grants, but her leadership in research projects and editorial positions suggests significant academic influence. She is based at the Centre for the Study of the Sciences and the Humanities, which serves as her primary research environment for interdisciplinary philosophical inquiry.
