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Laura Ruetsche is the Louis Loeb Collegiate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Michigan. Her research primarily focuses on the foundations of physical theories, with particular emphasis on quantum theories. Ruetsche's book, 'Interpreting Quantum Theories' (Oxford), published in 2011, was co-winner of the 2013 Lakatos Award in the philosophy of science. The book explores the unique features of quantum field theories and challenges entrenched accounts of quantum theory, proposing a view that connects physics with a landscape of possible worlds. Additionally, her interests include investigating the epistemic dimensions of scientific inquiry as they relate to gender and other forms of social locatedness. Ruetsche has held tenure-track appointments at the University of Pittsburgh and Middlebury College, and has held visiting appointments at Cornell University and Rutgers University. She has received fellowships from the American Council of Learned Societies and the Center for Advanced Study of Behavioral Sciences, evidencing her significant contributions to the field of philosophy of science.
University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI
Serving as a collegiate professor with a focus on philosophy of science, particularly in the realm of quantum theories.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science