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Carrie Jenkins is a Professor in the Philosophy Department at the University of British Columbia (UBC). She holds the Canada Research Chair and is the Principal Investigator of a multi-year research project funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) titled 'The Nature of Love.' Her career-long interest in philosophy and language focuses on understanding disputes that are considered 'merely verbal.' Jenkins’ current research also includes interdisciplinary collaborations with poets and social scientists, exploring deep philosophical questions through various lenses. She is dedicated to broadening the discourse around philosophy and its intersection with language, representing both theoretical and practical implications in her field. Through her work, she strives to enhance understanding of complex issues related to love and communication, making significant contributions to epistemology and metaphysics.
Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.