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Philosophy Research

Dr. Alyssa Bernstein, portrait
Dr. Alyssa Bernstein

Study with Active Researchers

Dr. Alyssa Bernstein, who works in ethics and social and political philosophy, received her Ph.D. from Harvard University in 2000 and has published articles on such topics as human rights, international relations, climate change, and civil disobedience. Her recent article, "Climate Change and Justice: A Non-Welfarist Treaty Negotiation Framework(opens in a new window)," appeared in Ethics, Policy, and Environment. Learn more about faculty research areas.

Center for Applied and Professional Ethics

The Center for Applied and Professional Ethics (CAPE) aims to advance practical ethical and moral understanding, judgment, and decision making. It assists students and faculty of Ohio University and the larger community through interdisciplinary discussion, education and collaboration. 

Finally, the department facilitates and supports research and scholarly activity in philosophy by the faculty as well as our students.