EGENIS seminar: "Doing Cell Biology: the value of process thinking " Prof James Wakefield (University of Exeter)
Egenis seminar series
In this talk, I will suggest that the process/mechanism philosophical divide is reflected in (and is a reflection of) the human endeavour of scientific exploration and practical application.
| An Egenis, the Centre for the Study of Life Sciences seminar | |
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| Date | 2 December 2024 |
| Time | 15:30 to 17:00 |
| Place | Hybrid |
Event details
While classical genetics and phenomenology can be represented as process-oriented, the quest for vaccines and a desire to control the natural world seek mechanistic solutions. Yet, while it is tempting to polarise, human motivation is complex and most scientists will, under examination, attest to combining mechanistic and process thought to realise their goals. I will try to move beyond the divide, affirming the value of “product-oriented” cell biology whilst presenting a more holistic methodology – Flow, Attend, Flex - that is consciously underpinned by a “process-oriented” approach. I will conclude with some thoughts on the future of science, and how positively acknowledging process/mechanism duality could help scientists continue to fulfil personal and societal desires.
Venue: Byrne House, Streatham campus
Virtual: via Zoom
