Dr. Kevin Kelly

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Biography

Kevin Kelly is a Professor and Director of the Center for Formal Epistemology at Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Philosophy. His research primarily focuses on the intersections of logic, learning theory, and epistemology, particularly the implications of Ockham's Razor in the philosophy of science. His extensive publication record includes works on belief revision, inductive reasoning, and the justification norms in scientific practice. Kelly’s contributions to the understanding of simplicity and empirical inquiry emphasize the significance of mathematical frameworks such as point set topology in philosophical discussions. He has also participated in numerous international workshops and lectures, sharing his insights on logical methods, rationality, and the foundations of epistemic logic. Throughout his career, Kelly has engaged in collaboration with other scholars to explore the dynamics between belief revision and probabilistic reasoning. His academic journey reflects a commitment to unraveling the complexities of epistemic processes through rigorous analysis and theoretical advancements.

Research Interests

Courses

Freshman Seminar Mysticism Reflections Science Epistemology Metaphysics Introduction Logic Philosophy Science Ancient Philosophy Medieval Philosophy History Modern Philosophy Philosophy Religion Logic Computability Logic Artificial Intelligence Probability Artificial Intelligence Seminar Formal Learning Theory Computability Learnibility Descriptive Set Theory Epistemology Seminar Seminar Formal Epistemology Ockham's Razor Proseminar

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.