Aporo

Aporo is a research group dedicated to the core problems within the areas of epistemology, metaphysics and the philosophies of language, logic and mind. It is based in Dublin, through a co–operation between the philosophy departments at Queens University Belfast (QUB), Trinity College Dublin (TCD) and University College Dublin (UCD). Its aim is to foster collaborative philosophical projects within its stated interests, and to provide an environment for philosophical research, among staff members as well as younger (postgraduate and postdoctoral) researchers.

The group is currently investigation four interrelated core strands: Relativism, Normativity and Relationality, 20th Century Philosophy and Ontology: emergence, events and explanation. Together the detailed questions the group focuses on within these strands inform a general and more full–fledged view, comprising a naturalistic and historically informed perspective. Being pursued by both staff and younger researchers, the group in addition invites contact from other people (both external researchers and prospective students) interested in co–operative work in these areas.