About
Toni Rønnow-Rasmussen is a Professor in Practical Philosophy at the Department of Philosophy, Lund University, under the Faculty of Humanities and Theology. He has served as subject manager from 2014 to 2025 and is set to transition to an Emeritus Professor role in Autumn 2025. His research focuses on value theory, reasons, and moral progress.
Key research areas include:
- Analysis of value and valuing
- Fitting-attitude theory
- Moral progress and its implications
- Metaethical frameworks like 'On-Conditionalism'
His recent works, such as The Value Gap (2022) and articles on value detachment and moral evolution, reflect a trend toward integrating normative ethics with broader philosophical taxonomy.
Scientific distinctions include:
- Membership in Academia Europaea (2015)
- Election to Institut International de Philosophie (2023)
- Awarded the Hedda Andersson Guest Professorship (2022)
He has co-edited Ethical Theory and Moral Practice (2004-2010) and contributed to editorial boards. Current teaching includes advanced courses in Practical Philosophy.
