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Making better scientists

Our department is devoted to using a wide variety of historical and philosophical approaches to understand two of the most important conceptual and cultural enterprises of the modern world—science and its related discipline, medicine. Our studies share a common aim of understanding how science works.

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We offers several advanced degrees, including several Ph.D. and M.A. options, giving students multiple ways to develop expertise in the field. Undergraduates can pursue a minor in our department, or explore additional study in our field through the Individualized Major Program. 

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A bridge between two cultures

As one of the oldest programs of our kind, we have a long-standing tradition of teaching and research in the history and philosophy of medicine. Our award-winning faculty is active and engaged, serving the academic needs of our students by offering a deep understanding of the field as it evolves.

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Roger Bacon and the Incorruptible Human, 1220-1292: Alchemy, Pharmacology and the Desire to Prolong Life

Friday, January 6, 2023

Congratulations to HPSC alumna Meagan Allen on her recent publication! Roger Bacon and the Incorruptable Human will be available as hardcopy on January 25, 2023. 

HPSC alumna, Dr. Judy Johns Schloegel, has won the Edward Gerjuoy/John Michell Award

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

HPSC alumna, Dr. Judy Johns Schloegel, has won the 2022 Edward Gerjuoy/John Michell Independent Scholar Award from the History of Science Society. 

Honorable Mention for the FHHMLS Graduate Student Essay Award goes to Becca Jackson!

Friday, November 18, 2022

Becca Jackson received “Honorable Mention” for the 2022 Graduate Student Essay Award, awarded by the Forum for the History of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (FHHMLS). 

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