
Senji TANAKA
Ph.D.
- Research Field :
- Philosophy
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- Specific Research Topic :
- Philosophy of Science
Research Description
My research focuses on philosophical issues in contemporary biology, especially evolutionary biology, microbiology, cell biology, and developmental biology. Particular topics include: evolution of altruism, levels of selection, species problem, essentialism, biological individuality, and homology. I am also interested in naturalistic approaches to human mind and morality.