Susan Carey

Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Harvard University, renowned for research on conceptual change and knowledge development in children. Recipient of prestigious awards including the William James Fellow Award and the David Rumelhart Prize.

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Oct 10, 2024 • 43min

139 - Susan Carey: Becoming a Cognitive Scientist

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Susan Carey, Emeritus Professor at Harvard, shares her journey through the world of cognitive science. She discusses her groundbreaking research on how children’s concepts evolve and the importance of mentorship in academia. Susan reflects on the joys of retirement, contrasting the educational landscape of the 1960s with today's pressures. She also offers valuable advice for young scholars while emphasizing the need for academic freedom to explore complex ideas.

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