To: Joyce Jamison
From: University of Cambridge - Faculty of Mathematics & Computer Science
Archive Date: 2021-06-16T11:11:11.111Z
Dear Ms. Jamison,
We appreciate your interest in pursuing doctoral studies at Cambridge and acknowledge the originality of your proposed research, Interstellar Societies of Mind. After careful review, the committee has concluded that your project does not align with our institutional focus on demonstrable, peer-validated methodologies and practical applications in the field.
Additionally, the ethical and technical considerations surrounding artificial intelligence in general give us legal concerns we do not believe your proposal has fully explored. Given these factors, we must decline your application at this time.
We thank you for your submission and wish you success in your future research.
Best regards,
Prof. Emily Harcourt
Graduate Admissions Committee
To: Joyce Jamison
From: King’s College London - School of Science & Engineering
Archive Date: 2021-06-16T11:11:11.111Z
Dear Ms. Jamison,
Thank you for your application to King’s College London. We found your research proposal, Simulations that Simulate Themselves: How to Explore the Universe Before Leaving the Earth, engaging, but after careful consideration, we are unable to proceed with your candidacy.
The selection panel raised concerns regarding the interdisciplinarity of your project, which does not fit within the structured research themes supported by the university. Additionally, given the increasing institutional focus on projects that promote diversity and demonstrable societal impact, we are prioritising proposals with clearer, immediate-term practical outcomes.
We appreciate the effort you put into your application and wish you all the best in your future studies.
Kind regards,
Dr. Mark Ellison
Doctoral Admissions Office