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Philosophy seeks to explore the core beliefs that shape human thought and existence, empowering individuals to critically assess these foundations themselves. This entails analyzing arguments supporting or opposing different viewpoints, studying their historical, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds, and rigorously evaluating these perspectives. Given its foundational role, philosophy traces its origins to ancient Greek and other early civilizations, maintaining a continuous presence in academic institutions. The Philosophy and Religion faculty are recognized leaders in their specialized areas, with their work appearing in top-tier international journals. Their research spans diverse topics such as moral epistemology, Socratic philosophy, and classical views on ethical living; contemporary market ethics; scientific methodology, realism versus anti-realism, and concepts of selfhood; existentialist thought through Sartre and Foucault's post-structuralism, along with philosophical film analysis; traditional Chinese philosophy, medical ethics, and systems theory; as well as continental philosophy of religion and interpretive theories. UON's Philosophy and Religion scholars actively collaborate with prestigious global partners, including European institutions (Bristol, Manchester, Oxford), North American colleges (Williams College), and Asian universities (Fudan University, Hong Kong University) and research centers (Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences).