Journal of Applied Philosophy

Aims & Scope

Journal of Applied Philosophy provides a unique forum for philosophical research which seeks to make a constructive contribution to problems of practical concern.

Open to the expression of diverse viewpoints, the journal brings critical analysis to these areas and to the identification, justification and discussion of values of universal appeal.

Journal of Applied Philosophy covers a broad spectrum of issues in environment, medicine, science, policy, law, politics, economics and education.

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Arts and Humanities, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Killer Robots

  Citation: 486

  Authors: ROBERT

• The Perils of Cognitive Enhancement and the Urgent Imperative to Enhance the Moral Character of Humanity

  Citation: 245

  Authors: INGMAR, JULIAN

• Epistemic Injustice and Illness

  Citation: 233

  Authors: Ian James, Havi

• Moral Enhancement

  Citation: 226

  Authors: THOMAS

• The Social Model of Disability: A Philosophical Critique

  Citation: 142

  Authors: Lorella

• Amputees By Choice: Body Integrity Identity Disorder and the Ethics of Amputation

  Citation: 116

  Authors: TIM, NEIL

• Professional Discretion and Accountability in the Welfare State

  Citation: 112

  Authors: Anders, Harald, Erik Oddvar

• The Ethics of Germline Gene Editing

  Citation: 100

  Authors: Christopher, Thomas, Julian

• In Defence of Nationality

  Citation: 97

  Authors: DAVID

• The Ethics of Producing <i>In Vitro</i> Meat

  Citation: 88

  Authors: G. Owen, Julian