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Call for Papers Theme: Philosophy Today Type: RVP International Conference Institution: Council for Research in Values and Philosophy (RVP) School of Humanities, Xian Jiaotong University Location: Xian (China) Date: 12.–22.12.2013 Deadline: 30.10.2013 __________________________________________________ Philosophy is an ancient effort of humankind. In recent times it has come to be increasingly appreciated that philosophy not only prescribes what life should be, but is itself able to advance precisely with the experience of the times. Thus the theme of the 23rd World Congress of Philosophy in Athens, August 2013 was “Philosophy as Inquiry and Way of life”. This suggests that in order to engage fruitfully in philosophy it is important to be aware of the development of social structures. These are impacted by the intensive process of global transformation implemented by communication and commercial interchange. Much is written on this in terms of the sciences, but these abstract from the human meaning. Hence it is the task of philosophy today to deepen this effort by opening horizons to ways of promoting human life. For Cicero this is culture understood as cultivating the soul. Thus the conference at Xian Jiaotong University will be concerned with the development of social life especially in the last 50 years, with a view to understanding the impact of modernization and globalization on the culture and values of China. This search is for understanding of the challenges this entails and possible creative responses. Papers are invited especially on the following issues: - Research on social development - Research on problems of modernization - Research on values and culture - Research on the impact of global interchange Logistics There is no registration fee; participants cover their travel. The organizer will provide room and lunches during the conference. Submission The deadline for submitting the abstract is October 30, 2013 and the full paper February 1, 2014 (no length limit in order to favor the full development of one’s theme). All abstracts and papers should be sent to Yan Lianfu at: [email protected] Registration: - Name - Scientific Degree - Place of work and position - Email - Title and Abstract of the paper Contact: Li Jianqun School of Humanities Xian Jiaotong University Xian China Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.crvp.org/conf/2013/xian.htm __________________________________________________ InterPhil List Administration: http://interphil.polylog.org Intercultural Philosophy Calendar: http://cal.polylog.org __________________________________________________
