2nd CFP Invitation and call for proposals Philosophy in Technology Conference 4th Edition: Different perspectives 25h-26th of April, 2025.

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2^nd CFP

Invitation and call for proposals

Philosophy in Technology Conference 4th Edition: Different perspectives

25^h-26^th of April, 2025.

 

We invite contributions to the 4^rd edition of the annual event - Philosophy in Technology Conference. The overall objectives of this conference is to reflect on the import of philosophy in technology and engineering. In the conference, we look for studies of salient philosophical dimensions, or underpinnings, of technology that demonstrate how philosophical insights shed new light on what technology does or misses and how technology is influenced by salient philosophical assumptions.  

 

The central topic of 2025 conference is an evolution of AI toward humanlike capacities. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved dramatically since its inception, from simple computational systems to advanced machine learning models capable of mimicking human behavior. At the same time, philosophical, ethical, and social implications regarding the nature of humanity, agency, and cognition have come to the forefront. We propose to explore two interconnected themes: the evolution of AI concepts toward human-like agents and the reduction of human uniqueness as AI systems advance. The conference draws on a multidisciplinary approach, combining insights from AI research, philosophy of mind, cognitive science, ethics, and social theory. Key concepts from philosophy of technology, posthumanism, philosophy of mind, and machine ethics will be central to the analysis. Proposed topics may:

Trace the historical development of AI from its initial conception to the present day, focusing on the increasing mimicry of human traits and behaviors.

Examine the philosophical and ethical implications of creating AI systems that replicate human cognitive processes and behaviors.

Investigate the reduction of human uniqueness in the context of AI's evolution, exploring how this affects our sense of identity, agency, and purpose.

Provide a critical analysis of the intersection between human nature and machine intelligence as AI systems evolve.

Explore potential futures for AI, considering the philosophical, social, and ethical challenges of creating truly human-like machines.

The presentation proposals for the workshop should be between 500 and 600 words (with references), submitted in the PDF format. Together with the presentation proposal, please send a short CV (200 words). In the subject line, please, “Presentation proposal: 4rd PinT Conference.”.

 

The presentation proposals can be sent to [philosophyintechnology[at]gmail.com]. The conference participation is free of charge.

 

The workshop will take place twice:                  

·         on the 25th of April in the hybrid form – both live at Wroclaw University of Science and Technology and online (the Zoom platform),

·         and on April 26th, online only (the Zoom platform).

 

The presentations proposals can be sent to [philosophyintechnology[at]gmail.com]. The language of the event is English.  

For more information we invite you to visit workshop homepage:

https://sites.google.com/pwr.edu.pl/pint-2025/main

Important Dates:

The deadline for submission: 4^th of April, 2025.

The acceptance of proposals:  send out by April 9th.

The schedule for the workshop: send out 22^th of April.

The conference dates:  25th-26th of April, 2024.

Workshop is organized by Wroclaw University of Science and Technology; Pontifical University of John Paul II and Polish Academy of Arts and Sciences (Commission on Philosophy of Science )

 

Any questions regarding the workshop may be sent to Lukasz Mscislawski: [philosophyintechnology[at]gmail.com]