Christoph Lüthy

Christoph Lüthy is a Professor in the History of Philosophy and Science at the Center for the History of Philosophy and Science, part of the Faculty of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies at Radboud University (Nijmegen, The Netherlands). He is a leading scholar in the history of science and philosophy, with a focus on the intersection of these disciplines.

Education:

• BA in Philosophy and Modern Languages (First Class), Oxford University (1987)
• Master's Degree in History of Science, Harvard University (1989)
• PhD in History of Science, Harvard University (1995)

Lüthy’s research bridges historical and philosophical analyses of scientific thought. His work centers on:

• The evolution of matter theories, particularly atomism, from Greek antiquity to modern science
• Historical scientific iconography, examining the use of diagrams, models, and graphs in early modern scientific debates
• Biographical and intellectual analyses of key figures like Giordano Bruno, Descartes, and Kepler

Lüthy’s awards reflect his excellence in teaching, writing, and research, including prestigious fellowships and memberships in international academies. He has held leadership roles such as Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies and Director of the Center for the History of Philosophy and Science. As general editor of Early Science and Medicine and sole editor of Brill’s Medieval and Early Modern Philosophy and Science series, he has significantly shaped scholarly discourse in his field.