Dr. Maya Goldenberg

Biography

Maya Goldenberg is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Guelph. Her research primarily focuses on fundamental epistemic questions surrounding belief and knowledge, especially in the context of healthcare. Goldenberg has extensively explored the philosophical assumptions underlying evidence-based medicine and the ethical implications of knowledge transfer from laboratory settings to clinical practices. Her work highlights the inadequacies in the current practices of health research and emphasizes the importance of trust in scientific institutions. She has broadened her research to examine vaccine hesitancy, using this as a case study to understand the complexities of public trust and the values that inform scientific discourse. Her notable publications include "Vaccine Hesitancy: Public Trust, Expertise, and War Science" published in 2021 by the University of Pittsburgh Press. Goldenberg has been an active speaker at various conferences, discussing the intersections of ethics, science, and public policy related to vaccination and health trust issues.

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