Research profile
Chair of Philosophy of Mind (Prof. Dr. Ophelia Deroy)

Chair of Philosophy of Mind (Prof. Dr. Ophelia Deroy)
Our core research areas are sensory interactions, social cognition and communication in interaction, and collective experiences, all of which we study from both philosophical and empirical perspectives. These areas allow us to investigate how sensory modalities interact, how individuals understand and communicate in social contexts, and how collective experiences shape cognition. We also engage with the ethical dimensions of human-AI interactions, especially regarding data usage and how AI functions as an instrument or tool in cognitive and social contexts. This research addresses pressing ethical issues, such as the implications of AI decision-making and data privacy, by exploring the cognitive and social ramifications of these technologies. Finally we are committed to improving the sharing of research questions and diverse insights within open-science frameworks and society at large.