1. Advancing Fusion Philosophy. Contemporary fusion philosophy represents an advanced form of comparative philosophy. It aims to integrate the inherent resources of Eastern and Western philosophical traditions to generate new philosophical ideas and issues, and to propose creative solutions to traditional philosophical problems. Through this event, we hope to advance research and development in fusion philosophy in China.
2. The Comprehensive Application of Logic. Beyond the study of formal logic, the Institute of Concepts and Reasoning at SDU has long been dedicated to applying logical resources across various disciplines—especially within philosophical inquiry. Featuring two dedicated workshops on mereology and vagueness, this event also seeks to demonstrate the crucial role that logic plays in the philosophy of language and metaphysics, exemplifying its use across all academic fields.
3. Fostering Regional Collaboration: EAGLE. Encouraged and organized by Professor Priest, the Institute of Concepts and Reasoning at SDU and the logic group at Tohoku University in Japan jointly established the East Asian Group for Logic and its Engagement (EAGLE) at the end of 2025. This group not only emphasizes the diverse applications of logic but also aspires to establish a premier center for logic engagement in East Asia. This event serves to advance the ideals of EAGLE and foster collaborative research throughout the Asian continent.
We warmly welcome scholars and students who share our ideals to join us at the Zhixin Building, Central Campus of Shandong University, Jinan City, Shandong Province, China, from June 22 to 26, 2026, for this first-ever Fusion Philosophy Week. For more detailed information, please refer to the relevant pages on this website.
The Week of Fusion Philosophy is composed of three events:
- Workshop on Mereology (Monday 22 June)
- Workshop on Vagueness (Tuesday 23 June)
- Workshop on Logic and Its Engagement (24-26 June)