Centre for Philosophy and AI Research {PAIR}

The Centre for Philosophy and AI Research {PAIR} was established in 2022 through funding from an Alexander von Humboldt Professorship held by Prof. Vincent C. Müller at the Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU, founded in 1742). At PAIR, we explore the philosophical questions raised by artificial intelligenceand the transformations it brings to knowledge, ethics, and human understanding.

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Research and Collaboration

PAIR investigates the philosophical foundations and implications of artificial intelligence.

Our research focuses particularly on philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, epistemology, normative ethics, meta-ethics, and political and cultural philosophy. We seek to advance both intellectual understanding and societal impact, developing a positive vision for the role of AI in society and for philosophy.

We are part of a global network of collaborations with leading centres working at the intersection of philosophy and AI. These collaborations include visiting fellows, workshops and conferences, invited speakers, joint publications, and shared research initiatives. We also work closely with colleagues in artificial intelligence, cognitive science, and the social sciences to foster interdisciplinary research.

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Academic Environment

We provide a stimulating and supportive research environment in modern offices located in the centre of Erlangen.

PAIR brings together a team of around a dozen researchers, including both pre-doctoral and post-doctoral scholars, along with administrators and visiting fellows.

The centre shares a building with departments in artificial intelligence, data science, medical informatics, and digital humanities and social sciences, encouraging interdisciplinary exchange. The working language at PAIR is English.

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