David Banach

David Banach is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Saint Anselm College. He holds a Ph.D. from Southern Illinois University. His research focuses on Philosophy of Science (particularly physics and biology), Modern Philosophy, existential authors like Camus and Dostoevsky, feminist philosophy, and literary analysis of thinkers like Simone Weil and Levinas. He teaches courses reflecting these interests.

His publications span topics from metaphysical questions about substantial form to ethical inquiries into absolute freedom, with significant work on Plato's theory of forms and personal identity theory. His 1992 work on relational identity theory and 1985 analysis of Putnam's causal reference theory show enduring engagement with foundational issues in metaphysics and semantics.

While no specific scientific awards are listed, his sustained output across decades demonstrates academic rigor. He has advised no formally recorded students in the provided data. His teaching portfolio includes both core philosophy subjects and specialized topics related to his research areas.