Peter Koellner

Peter Koellner is a Professor of Philosophy at Harvard University, affiliated with the Department of Philosophy. He joined the department in 2003 after earning his Ph.D. from MIT. He is on leave during Spring 2025. His research focuses on mathematical logic, set theory, and the philosophy of mathematics, with additional teaching interests in the philosophy of physics, early analytic philosophy, and the philosophy of logic and language.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Philosophy, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Research Interests: Koellner's work bridges foundational questions in mathematical logic and set theory with broader philosophical inquiries into the nature of mathematics. He explores topics such as large cardinal axioms, independence results, and the limits of mathematical knowledge. His engagement with the philosophy of physics and analytic philosophy reflects a commitment to interdisciplinary thought.

Awards:

• Kurt Gödel Centenary Research Prize Fellowship (2008)

Advising & Grants: No specific advisees or grants are listed in the provided materials.

Labs/Teams: Koellner is part of the Logic Group at Harvard and contributes to initiatives such as the EFI Program (as noted in the Logic at Harvard navigation menu). He is also involved with the Logic Colloquium and other academic events.