Vanja Subotić works as a research associate at the University of Belgrade, where she also earned her PhD in Philosophy in 2023. She was a researcher fellow at the University of Turin, Italy, and visiting teaching staff at the University of Rijeka, Croatia. Vanja specializes in philosophy of science, philosophy of mind & cognition, and philosophy of language. She is passionate about science communication and public outreach and believes that everyone in academia has a moral and epistemic responsibility to leave the ivory tower now and then.
Areas of Expertise
The Theory That Says Your Beliefs Aren’t Real
The most radical thing you could do in philosophy of mind is claim there are no mental states. Eliminativism provides a means to that end.
What Is Physicalism in the Philosophy of Mind?
History is full of intense rivalries: one example is the debate between dualists and physicalists in the philosophy of mind.
What Is Functionalism in the Philosophy of Mind?
Is the mind a part of your soul or your brain? Either way, you are taking an anthropocentric perspective. That doesn’t sound good, does it?
5 Women in Political Philosophy You Should Know
Aristotle would shudder at women engaging in politics. Yet, these five philosophers are behind some of the most daring ideas in political philosophy today.
5 Women in Artificial Intelligence You Should Know
As we approach the Fifth Industrial Revolution, these female AI researchers are acting as a much-needed voice of morality.
5 Women in Epistemology You Should Know
Women have a long history of contributions to epistemology. Here are some of the most notable names.
What Language Does Your Brain Speak? Ockham’s Mental Language Explained
Surprisingly, William of Ockham’s exploration of the perfect “Adamic language” gave rise to some modern cognitive science ideas.
5 Women in Logic You Should Know
Let’s take a deep dive into some of the most notable women who have contributed to the field of logic.
5 Women in Philosophy of Mind You Should Know
Who and what is the mind? Let’s take a look at some of the women who are tackling this perennial question.
5 Women in Philosophy of Science You Should Know
Philosophy has not given some of these exceptional women the attention and admiration they deserve. It’s time to remedy that!
What Is Ockham’s Razor?
Ockham’s Razor (also spelled Occam’s Razor) is a principle attributed to 14th-century logician William of Ockham. The core idea behind the principle is simplicity.
How Did Descartes View Animals?
Descartes claimed animals were soulless—their cries of pain likened to the squeaking of clockwork. This permitted him and future Cartesians to experiment without guilt.