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Niels Martens is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University, where he explores the philosophical foundations of physics, specifically in the realms of astronomy and cosmology. His research interests include dark matter, dark energy, black holes, symmetries, and the epistemology of scientific practices. Martens leads the Utrecht Philosophy Astronomy & Cosmology Research Group (UPAC), focusing on the intersection of philosophical inquiry and modern astrophysics. He is actively involved in several collaborative projects, including the ERC project 'COSMO-MASTER', which investigates philosophical aspects of cosmology. Previously, he was a Marie Curie Fellow at Utrecht University and a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Bonn, where he contributed to interdisciplinary studies on dark energy. His academic background includes a DPhil from the University of Oxford, supervised by esteemed philosophers. Martens is also known for his work on the philosophy of science, particularly regarding metaphysical debates surrounding scientific realism and the implications of physical quantities on our understanding of reality. He has been part of significant astrophysical collaborations, aiming to bridge the gap between the humanities and the sciences.
Department of Psychology