Department of Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method

The Department of Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method was founded by Karl Popper in 1946 and is renowned for a type of philosophy that is both continuous with the sciences and socially relevant.

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Founded in 1946 by Sir Karl Popper, the Department is renowned for philosophy that engages with science and society.

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The Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Science (CPNSS)

The Centre promotes research into philosophical, methodological and foundational questions arising in the natural and the social sciences.

The Jeremy Coller Centre for Animal Sentience

We pioneer interdisciplinary research into the needs, feelings and behaviours of other animals. Our findings generate real-world impact for the benefit of all.

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The LSE Philosophy Blog brings big ideas to life. From ethics to science and society, we share fresh perspectives that make philosophy relevant, rigorous, and accessible.