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Born
Nancy Cartwright is born in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England. -
Bachelor's Degree
Studies philosophy, psychology, and physiology at the University of Oxford, earning her Bachelor's degree. -
Master's Degree
She completes her postgraduate studies at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, earning her Master's degree in philosophy. -
Ph.D.
Cartwright completes her Ph.D. in philosophy at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. -
Starts Career
1972-1985: She holds various academic positions, including Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois and later at Stanford University. -
How the Laws of Physics Lie
Cartwright publishes "How the Laws of Physics Lie," a significant work in the philosophy of physics that challenges the traditional view of scientific laws. Cartwright, N. (1983). How the Laws of Physics Lie. Oxford University Press. https://doi.org/10.1093/0198247044.001.0001 -
London School of Economics and Political Science.
1985-1991 Serves as Professor of Philosophy at the London School of Economics and Political Science. London-School Website -
Nature's Capacities and Their Measurement
Publishes "Nature's Capacities and Their Measurement," further exploring her views on scientific explanation and causation. Cartwright, N. (1989). Nature's Capacities and Their Measurement. Oxford University Press, Publication -
University Of California, San Diego
1991-2001: Holds the Chair in Philosophy at the University of California, San Diego. -
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University of Durham
2002-Present Becomes a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Durham. Nancy Cartwright -
Carl Gustav Hempel Award
Nancy was awarded the Carl Gustav Hempel Award for her significant contributions to the philosophy of science.
