Alan David Fox

Alan David Fox is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Delaware's Department of Philosophy within the College of Arts & Sciences. He specializes in Asian and comparative philosophy, with a focus on Daoist thought, Chinese Buddhism, and the intersection of religion and psychology. His research explores classical texts like the Dao De Jing and Zhuangzi, examining themes such as wuwei (non-action), metaphysics, and interdependent causality. He holds a Ph.D. in Religious Studies from Temple University, alongside an M.A. and B.A. from Temple and Johns Hopkins Universities, respectively.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Religious Studies, Temple University
• M.A. in Religious Studies, Temple University
• B.A. in Religious Studies, Johns Hopkins University

Research Interests: Fox's work emphasizes comparative philosophy, particularly in analyzing ancient Chinese and Indian religious texts. His studies on Zhuangzi and Huayan Buddhism highlight adaptive ethics and holistic metaphysics. Recent work includes exploring Daoist ecology and process philosophy, as well as teaching methodologies for integrating Daoist thought into global philosophy curricula.

Publications: His 15 most recent articles span Daoist metaphysics, Buddhist philosophy, and pedagogical approaches. Themes include environmental philosophy through Daoist lenses, the epistemology of wuwei, and the metaphysics of totality in Huayan Buddhism. His writings often bridge Eastern and Western philosophical traditions.

Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advising details provided. Courses taught include World Religions, Chinese and Indian Philosophy, and Buddhist/Daoist Thought.

Labs/Teams: No dedicated labs mentioned, though his research engages interdisciplinary collaborations in comparative philosophy and religious studies.