Alfred Mele

Alfred Mele is the William H. and Lucyle T. Werkmeister Professor of Philosophy at Florida State University. His work bridges philosophy with neuroscience, focusing on free will, moral responsibility, self-deception, and human agency.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Michigan

Mele's research explores the intersection of philosophy of action, philosophy of mind, and metaphysics, with a particular emphasis on reconciling libertarianism, compatibilism, and neuroscientific findings. His recent publications analyze causality in agency, temporal constraints on free will, and epistemic conditions for moral responsibility.

Scientific Awards:

• William H. and Lucyle T. Werkmeister Professor of Philosophy

Mele has led interdisciplinary projects like the Big Questions in Free Will project (2010-13) and the Philosophy and Science of Self-Control Project (2014-17). His teaching spans philosophy of mind, metaphysics, and philosophy of religion, and he has authored influential books including Effective Intentions and Manipulated Agents.