b. 1951
Sven Ove Hansson is a Swedish philosopher best known for his work in decision theory, formal epistemology, and the philosophy of risk. He has made significant contributions to belief revision theory and the ethics of risk, and is a prolific author on the philosophy of science and technology.
Developed influential models of belief revision and contraction in formal epistemology
Pioneered the philosophical analysis of risk and decision-making under uncertainty
Founded and edited the journal Theoria for many years
Authored 'The Ethics of Risk' and numerous works on philosophy of science
Professor of Philosophy at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Stockholm