Call for applications: VISU 2009 "The Culture of Science & Its Philosophy"

The Vienna International Summer University will be holding a two-week session, July 13-July 24, 2008 on "The Culture of Science & Its Philosophy."

An international team of scholars, including Ronald Giere (University of Minnesota, USA), Mary Jo Nye (Oregon State University, USA) and Alan Richardson (University of British Columbia, Canada) will be conducting a program of lectures, seminars, and tutorials directed to graduate students, and focusing on a series issues described in detail at: http://www.univie.ac.at/ivc/VISU/  English is VISU's official language.

This is an outstanding opportunity not only to broaden one's understanding of the relationship between the culture of science, its philosophy and scientific practice, but also to establish connections with international colleagues.  Students who attended the program in previous years were enthusiastic and felt the program contributed significantly to their graduate career.

Students in all disciplines are welcome to apply.  VISU will provide up to ten full fellowships to successful applicants, covering tuition, accommodations, and a significant portion of the airfare (up to $800-$1000).  VISU determines admission and will be contacting successful  applicants.  Deadline is January 30, 2009 but you are advised to apply well in advance, as this year's program may be especially competitive.  The program is described at http://www.univie.ac.at/ivc/VISU/ in greater detail.  The Web site provides the appropriate Viennese contacts for administrative matters.  In exceptional circumstances, you may also write Professor Friedrich Stadler at: ivc.zuef@univie.ac.at