Wayne Myrvold

Wayne Myrvold is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Western University, Faculty of Arts and Humanities. His research lies at the intersection of philosophy of physics and philosophy of science, with a focus on quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and the foundations of probability.

His primary research interests include:

• Philosophy of Physics, especially quantum mechanics and relativity
• Foundations of probability and its role in science
• Statistical mechanics and thermodynamics
• Quantum state realism and ontology
• Unification and scientific explanation
• Epistemology of scientific inference

Myrvold's recent publications, including his 2021 book Beyond Chance and Credence, explore hybrid conceptions of probability that bridge epistemic and physical interpretations. His articles span topics such as quantum collapse theories, Bell’s Theorem, and the nature of the wavefunction, reflecting a deep engagement with both technical and philosophical dimensions of modern physics. His work frequently appears in leading journals like Studies in History and Philosophy of Modern Physics, Physical Review A, and Synthese.

He is the Subject Editor for Quantum Mechanics in the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy and has co-authored key entries, including the comprehensive overview of Bell’s Theorem. His scholarly contributions emphasize rigorous analysis of foundational concepts in physics and their philosophical implications.

Myrvold holds a BSc from McGill University and a PhD from Boston University. He maintains an active research profile with a continually updated list of publications available via Google Scholar.

He advises graduate students in philosophy of science and supervises research in foundational physics. While specific grant details are not listed, his sustained publication output suggests active research support. He is affiliated with the Rotman Institute of Philosophy, which supports interdisciplinary research in philosophy of science.