Nalini Bhushan

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Nalini Bhushan is a philosopher of science whose work bridges the philosophy of mind, artificial intelligence, and Indian philosophy. Her most-cited paper, “Organizing a K–12 AI Curriculum Using Philosophy of the Mind” (2005), proposes a novel framework for teaching artificial intelligence to young students by grounding it in philosophical questions about consciousness, agency, and intelligence. Although modest in citation count, this work has been influential in shaping early AI education, particularly in integrating ethical and conceptual reasoning into technical curricula. Bhushan’s broader research explores the intersection of cognitive science and cross-cultural philosophy, with a focus on how non-Western traditions—especially Indian philosophical systems—can inform contemporary debates about mind and machine. She has contributed to scholarship on the history of analytic philosophy and the role of aesthetics in scientific practice. A professor at Smith College, Bhushan is recognized for her interdisciplinary approach, making her a distinctive voice in both philosophy and AI pedagogy. Her work continues to inspire educators and researchers seeking to humanize technology education through philosophical inquiry.