CCR is a group of researchers at NTNU working in contemporary theoretical philosophy, mainly in the analytical tradition. We have overlapping areas of interest in philosophy of mind and consciousness, metaphysics and epistemology, philosophy of language, and philosophy of science. We also discuss meta-philosophical issues (e.g. metametaphysics, experimental philosophy etc.). Our name ‘Consciousness, Cognition and Reality’ reflects a shared conception that, amidst these diverse topics and issues, a central task for theoretical philosophy remains that of elucidating how mind, in the guise of consciousness, cognition, or otherwise, relates to reality, in various senses.  

The current core group consists of faculty at the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, NTNU. Masters students are also very welcome to attend. In addition to providing a forum for discussion of issues within theoretical philosophy, we arrange guest lectures, assist each other in our individual writing projects, and work on collaborative project proposals.

If you would like to take part in our meetings send an e-mail to jonathan.knowles@ntnu.no