Biography
Melissa Jacquart is an Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at the University of Cincinnati and Center for Public Engagement with Science (PEWS). She also a Faculty Affiliate in the Women, Gender, & Sexuality Studies Department, and the Physics Department.
Her research focuses on epistemological issues in the philosophy of science, specifically on the use of models and computer simulations in astrophysics. She also examines the role philosophy can play in general public understanding of science, and in science education. Dr. Jacquart is interested in ethics & values in science, science policy, feminist philosophy, and philosophy of education, particularly developing effective teaching methodologies for philosophy.