Dr Ophelia Deroy, researcher at the Institute of Philosophy’s Centre for the Study of the Senses, has been promoted to a readership. This recognises Dr Deroy’s outstanding contribution to research in philosophy and cognitive neuroscience, notably through the ‘Rethinking the Senses' grant awarded by the AHRC (Arts & Humanities Research Council). Dr Deroy's publications in philosophy and cognitive science journals have placed her uniquely to contribute to the development of interdisciplinary projects, and she is now managing a new research project with Tate Galleries.

Stephen Neale, Distinguished Professor of Philosophy and Linguistics at the CUNY Graduate Centre and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Institute of Philosophy, delivered the commencement address for the CUNY Graduate Center class of 2015 at Lincoln Centre, New York. Read his speech here. Stephen Neale is the convenor of the Interpretive Practice conference, which will take place at Senate House on 16-17 June 2015. 

Join us for the School of Advanced Study Humanities Open Day, showcasing a vast array of resources including: postgraduate courses, research training, libraries, archives and digital tools. Ideal for undergraduates as well as early career researchers. Take part in tours of Senate House Library, network with our academics, alumni and other prospective students. Browse the usual open day stands, and enter the raffle to have a chance at winning a special prize.

1. The J A B Jacobsen Prize of the value of £750 is awarded from funds donated to the University by Mr Jacobsen, who was concerned to propagate a better understanding of life as a universal concept, in the interests of minimising egocentricity, nationalism, and sectarianism. 2. Essays should have a title and may be on a topic in any area of Philosophy. A candidate may submit only one essay.