2.4 Contemporary Philosophers

In the modern era, contemporary thinkers continue to grapple with age-old metaphysical questions as well as exploring new ones. Questions of MetaphysicsA branch of Philosophy that explores the nature of reality. are now deeply intertwined with advancements in Science and Technology, especially in areas such as Quantum MechanicsA branch of physics that studies the behaviour of matter and energy at the most fundamental level. and CosmologyThe study of the origins and structure of the universe., and they will continue to be relevant as technology advances further.

What Does Contemporary Philosophy Explore?

Contemporary Philosophers have explored old and new questions in Metaphysics such as:

• What is reality?
• How do we know what is real?
• Does one event actually cause another?
• What makes someone the same person over time?
• Do realities exist other than the one we are perceiving?
• What does it mean to be conscious?

Indeed, these questions are likely to be explored for many years to come.