Saturday, January 28, 2012
Welcome to the Science of Virtues Research Network
The Arete Initiative at the University of Chicago began a $3 million research program on A New Science of Virtues in 2010. This multidisciplinary research initiative sought contributions from individuals and teams of investigators working within the humanities and the sciences. This project supports original, scholarly projects that contribute to Virtues research and have the potential to begin a new field of interdisciplinary study. This website serves as a hub for Virtues research, and provides updates on the ongoing research program.

RECENT NEWS
Human Nature’s Pathologist
Steven Pinker comments on his recent book, The Better Angels of Our Nature, on human capacity for violence.
 
RECENT PUBLICATIONS
Transitional Humanity
Gilbert Meilaender discusses transhumanism, which "envision[s] the possibility of broadening human potential by overcoming aging, cognitive shortcomings, involuntary suffering, and our confinement to planet Earth.”
The Future of Moral Machines
"I am skeptical about the Singularity, and even if “artificial intelligence” is not an oxymoron, “friendly A.I.” will require considerable scientific progress on a number of fronts," says author Colin Allen
 
Tom Wolfe, Walker Percy, and Being Stuck with Virtue
Peter Lawler's discussion of the authors' perspectives on morality and science, namely that "what we can know through science supports the conclusion that human beings are stuck with virtue".
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Users are able to post news & publications, maintain a profile, and participate in discussion forums related to research on virtues.

 
Current Discussion
What Does It Mean to Forgive? Part 1