David Axelsen

David Axelsen is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Government at the University of Essex, affiliated since August 2019. His research focuses on political philosophy, ethical theory, and distributive justice, with a particular emphasis on global justice, equality, and the ethical implications of wealth distribution. His work critiques extreme wealth, explores thresholds of justice, and examines the moral dimensions of institutional structures.

Key research interests include limitarianism, sufficiency theories, and the role of state borders in global ethics. Recent publications address topics like the expressive injustice of wealth and the philosophical foundations of distributive justice.

Dr. Axelsen has contributed to peer review for journals like Social Theory and Practice, underscoring his engagement with academic discourse. His scholarship bridges theoretical ethics and practical policy, advocating for systemic reforms to address inequality.

No scientific awards or formal grants are listed in the provided materials. He advises no recorded students and is based at the Colchester Campus in office 5.027.