Chris Dent is a Professor at Murdoch University's School of Law and Criminology. His research explores the intersections of intellectual property law, historical jurisprudence, and societal structures through a Foucaultian lens. Key themes include the evolution of legal registers in the 19th century, the role of film in shaping legal consciousness, and critiques of patent systems. Recent publications analyze law's entanglement with cultural phenomena like vampirism and martial arts.
Professor Henry Somers-Hall specializes in Continental Philosophy at Royal Holloway, University of London, where he holds appointments in the Department of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy. His research examines how thought corresponds to the world through critical engagement with Kant, Hegel, Deleuze, Merleau-Ponty, and Sartre. Somers-Hall positions Deleuze within the post-Kantian tradition, developing a genetic transcendental account of judgment. Current projects include editing The Deleuzian Mind (Routledge, forthcoming) and authoring studies on Sartre-Kant relations and Deleuze/Guattari's analysis of capitalism. He coordinates the Centre for Continental Philosophy research group.
Federico Luisetti is a Full Professor of Italian Studies and Environmental Humanities at the University of St. Gallen (Switzerland), affiliated with the School of Humanities & Social Sciences (SHSS). His career includes serving as Chair of the Department of Romance Studies at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (2014–2017). He specializes in Critical Theory, Political Philosophy, and decolonial thought, with a focus on Earth Beings, environmental justice, and neoliberal ecologies. His current project, 'Unruly Topologies,' explores socio-natural dynamics through transdisciplinary collaboration. Luisetti’s research bridges philosophy, anthropology, and art, addressing topics like biopolitics, indigenous epistemologies, and the Anthropocene. His work challenges capitalist enclosures of nature and advocates for counter-hegemonic ecopolitical initiatives. Education: Doctorate in Philosophy (not explicitly stated in texts) Affiliations: Member of the Environmental Humanities Center Amsterdam; Collaborator on the 'earth-beings' project at University of St. Gallen Research Interests: Political Animism, Quechua cosmologies, neoliberal virus theory, Pasolini’s political thought, and the intersection of art/environmental crises. He critiques anthropocentric frameworks and advocates for multispecies solidarity. Key projects include analyzing melting glaciers as earth-beings and viral subjectivities resisting commodification. Publications: Over 39 works including Nonhuman Subjects (2023), Essere pietra (2023), and The Anomie of the Earth (2015). His essays explore topics like Petrolio’s geopower and neoliberal art. Labs/Teams: Leads the 'Unruly Topologies' initiative at University of St. Gallen; collaborates with the Environmental Humanities Center Amsterdam.
Florian Pistrol is a University Assistant (Praedoc) at the Institute of Philosophy at the University of Innsbruck since 2021. He is a member of the FWF-funded project 'Membership Metaphors as 'Doorkeepers' led by Prof. Dr. Andreas Oberprantacher. His academic career includes dual bachelor's degrees in Philosophy (University of Vienna, 2009–2012) and Journalism/Communication Studies (University of Vienna, 2009–2014), followed by a Master's in Philosophy at the Universities of Vienna and Bergen (Norway, 2013–2021). Bachelor's in Philosophy: University of Vienna, 2009–2012 Bachelor's in Journalism/Communication Studies: University of Vienna, 2009–2014 Master's in Philosophy: Universities of Vienna and Bergen, 2013–2021 His research focuses on political philosophy, philosophy of testimony, philosophy of language, phenomenology, and poststructuralism. Notable works explore biopolitical theory, recognition politics, vulnerability concepts, and critical engagements with thinkers like Arendt, Agamben, Honneth, and Butler. His publications critically analyze normativity in recognition frameworks and biopolitical theory, while lectures address democratic judgment, vulnerability as social foundations, and ethical witnessing. He frequently collaborates with scholars like Melanie Mayerhofer and Matthias Flatscher. He participates in interdisciplinary research teams and contributes to conferences on political thought and philosophy. His work bridges continental philosophy with contemporary socio-political issues, emphasizing critical theory applications.
John Mac Kilgore is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Florida State University, within the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on literature and liberation, examining the intersection of aesthetic labor with political activism, protest, and historical revolutions. He is the author of Mania for Freedom: American Literatures of Enthusiasm from the Revolution to the Civil War (2016) and is currently writing a book on the Civil War in Florida and racial politics of public memory. Kilgore’s teaching spans early American literature, critical theory, and interdisciplinary approaches to cultural studies. His research interests include 18th- and 19th-century U.S. literature, American studies, and the application of critical theory to historical texts. His work analyzes how literature serves as a medium for resistance, revolution, and social change, particularly through themes of enthusiasm, dissent, and utopian thought. Kilgore has taught a wide range of courses, including seminars on early American poetry, the Civil War era, affect theory, and the critique of racial capitalism. His courses often integrate digital humanities methods and interdisciplinary theory. His publications explore topics such as anti-capitalist narratives in early republic texts, the role of literature in public memory, and the intersection of political economy with literary form. Kilgore’s scholarship bridges literary analysis with broader social and historical contexts, emphasizing the transformative potential of literature.
Carsten Ohlrogge is a Researcher at the Department of Sociology, University of Münster, affiliated with the Graduate School of Sociology. His work focuses on technology sociology, posthumanism, and the philosophical implications of digital technologies. He holds a PhD candidate status since 2023 and completed a dual Master’s in Science Philosophy and Sociology (2017-2021), as well as a Bachelor’s in Sociology and Communication Science (2014-2017). His research examines affective human-machine relations, digital afterlife phenomena, and the sociological implications of artificial intelligence. He is a member of interdisciplinary networks like SONA (Sociology of Sustainability) and the Center for Interdisciplinary Sustainability Research. He teaches seminars on posthuman existence, human limitations in tech societies, and digital AI representations. Key publications include analyses of digital afterlife dynamics, posthumanist critiques, and the theoretical foundations of socialization. His work bridges existential phenomenology, poststructuralism, and symbolic interactionism to explore how technological advancements reshape human self-perception and societal structures.
Jeremy Proctor is a Master Instructor in the English and University Composition Program at Colorado State University. He specializes in English Literature and Composition, teaching courses such as College Composition, Writing Arguments, Introduction to Literature, and Twentieth-Century Fiction. Education: B.A. in English Literature from Colorado State University M.A. in English Literature from Colorado State University Research Interests: His academic interests focus on modernist novels, literary theory (particularly poststructuralism), reality television, and political rhetoric. He also engages with composition studies and pedagogical approaches in university writing programs. Mr. Proctor's role emphasizes teaching and curriculum development within the English department, contributing to foundational courses for undergraduate students.
Ulrich Teucher is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology and Health Studies at the University of Saskatchewan (College of Arts and Science). His work bridges Culture, Health, and (more-than) Human Development through interdisciplinary and cross-cultural approaches, focusing on continuity/change dynamics in identity, Indigenous health research , narrative psychology , and decolonized methodologies . Since 2015, he has chaired the interdisciplinary undergraduate Health Studies Program. Education: PhD in Psychology and Comparative Literature, University of British Columbia; Postdoctoral Research, University of British Columbia (CIHR/MSFHR) and University of Nottingham (ESRC) Research Themes: Culture and Health, Narrative Identity, Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Qualitative Methods, Climate Change Impacts on Health Research Interests explore how humans negotiate continuity and change through life transitions (illness, aging, migration), emphasizing Indigenous perspectives and decolonization. His work integrates poststructuralism, hermeneutics, and Indigenous methodologies, analyzing language’s role in health/illness discourses. Publications Trends show a focus on Indigenous health disparities , cancer narratives , health communication , and interdisciplinary pedagogy . Notable areas include inflammatory bowel disease among First Nations, metaphor analysis, and mixed-methods community-based research. Scientific Awards include: Provost’s Teaching Award (2021) College of Arts & Science Distinguished Teacher Award (2021) Scholarship of Teaching & Learning Fellow (2024-2026) Sustainability Fellow (2022-2024) Advising & Grants : Supervised 12+ graduate students (2006-2024) with SSHRC, CIHR, and Dean's Fellowships. Key grants include SSHRC , CIHR , ESRC , and MSFHR . Narrative Lab (2007-present) includes members: Shannah Dutrisac, Stacey McHenry, Jessica Reimer, Ryan Wright, Justin Knight.
Kevin Newmark is a Professor of French at Boston College, affiliated with the Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures. He holds a B.A. from College of the Holy Cross and a Ph.D. from Yale University. His research focuses on 19th-20th century prose/poetry, literary theory, and intersections between literature and philosophy. Education: B.A., College of the Holy Cross; Ph.D., Yale University His work engages with figures like Baudelaire, Kierkegaard, and de Man, exploring themes such as irony, textual history, and critical theory. Recent publications include entries on Paul de Man (2024) and papers on Kierkegaard’s poetic exemplars and Baudelaire’s prose-poetry.
Rob Shields is a Professor in the Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences and Sociology at the University of Alberta, holding the Henry Marshall Tory Endowed Research Chair in Sociology. His work bridges urban geography, cultural studies, and social theory, with a focus on geopolitics, climate change, and Indigenous spatial practices. He has authored/co-edited books such as Spatial Questions and The Virtual , and founded Space and Culture journal. His research explores urban social spaces, settler colonialism, and infrastructure impacts on Indigenous lands. Education: DPhil (Doctor of Philosophy) from the University of Sussex, with early work in passive solar design at Carleton University. Previously served as Director of the Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies at Carleton University. Research Interests: Urban/suburban spatialization, cultural topology, climate change communication, decolonial theory, and the socio-spatial dimensions of infrastructure. Current projects include studies on nanotechnology governance and Arctic cryosphere dynamics. Awards: Tory Research Chair, Commonwealth Scholar, and recognized for award-winning scholarly contributions. Teaching: Courses on urban sociology, climate change, and Indigenous geographies. Supervises studies on technology and infrastructure in settler colonial contexts.
John Baldacchino is a Professor of Arts Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he previously served as Director of the Division of the Arts (2016–2019). His academic career includes roles as Chair of Arts Education at the University of Dundee, Associate Dean & Professor at Falmouth University, and Associate Professor at Columbia University’s Teachers College. Baldacchino’s work bridges art, philosophy, and education, focusing on themes like educational autonomy, critical pedagogy, and Mediterranean aesthetics. He has authored Educing Ivan Illich: Reform, Contingency and Disestablishment and edited The Bloomsbury Handbook of Continental Philosophy of Education . His research interests emphasize the intersection of art and education within socio-political contexts, exploring topics such as degrowth theory, formative processes, and the role of aesthetics in fostering critical consciousness. Baldacchino’s publications critically analyze Deweyan pragmatism, Illichian critiques of institutional schooling, and the ethical dimensions of artistic practice. Notable contributions include examining education’s autonomy through lenses of contingency and utopian possibility, as well as investigating Mediterranean cultural imaginaries in relation to identity and pedagogy. His work often challenges conventional educational frameworks, advocating for pedagogies that embrace uncertainty and interdisciplinary creativity.
Richard Wolin is a Distinguished Professor of History, Comparative Literature, and Political Science at the City University of New York. He has held previous academic positions at Reed College, Rice University, and the Central European University. Wolin specializes in modern French and German political thought, with a focus on the Frankfurt School and 20th-century intellectual movements. His research critically examines the intersections between existential philosophy, fascism, and postmodernism, particularly through the lens of thinkers like Martin Heidegger, Walter Benjamin, and Jean-Paul Sartre. Wolin holds a Ph.D. in Social and Political Thought from York University. His work challenges postmodernism’s political legacy, exposing its ideological ties to fascism. Notable works include The Seduction of Unreason (2004), which traces postmodernism’s flirtation with far-right ideologies, and Heidegger’s Children (2001), analyzing the moral compromises of Heidegger’s Jewish disciples. His recent scholarship, such as The Wind from the East (2012), explores French intellectuals’ fascination with China’s Cultural Revolution during the 1960s. Wolin’s publications have been translated into multiple languages and frequently engage with contemporary debates about authoritarianism, intellectual responsibility, and the legacy of Enlightenment thought. His contributions span academic journals like The New Republic and Dissent , reflecting his commitment to public discourse on political ideas.
David Malinowski holds a dual role as Assistant Professor in the Department of Linguistics and Language Development at San José State University (SJSU) and Faculty-in-Residence in University Housing Services. He concurrently serves as Language Technology and Research Specialist at Yale University's Center for Language Study. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Education (Language, Literacy, Society & Culture) from UC Berkeley (2011), an MA in TESOL from San Francisco State University (2001), and a BA in Asian Studies from UC Berkeley (1997). He was a Japanese Government Scholar at Kanazawa University (1996). His research focuses on language teacher development, place-based language learning, and the application of technology in education. He co-edits volumes on linguistic landscape and pedagogy, and serves as Associate Editor for the journal Linguistic Landscape . His work explores multimodal communication, critical discourse studies, and the intersection of language policy with public space. Recent publications highlight themes such as linguistic landscapes as sites of social justice, pandemic-era language communication, and the transformation of TESOL programs in digital environments. His pedagogical innovations emphasize transdisciplinary approaches and community engagement.
Seth Kim-Cohen is a Professor of Art History, Theory, and Criticism at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). His work bridges artistic practice, scholarly research, and pedagogy, emphasizing the intersections of art with socio-political systems. Education: BFA from Emerson College and PhD from the London Consortium, University of London. His research focuses on sound art, conceptualism, and critiques of neoliberalism's impact on artistic production. He actively challenges systemic white supremacy, patriarchy, and capitalist exploitation in academic and creative contexts. Teaching emphasizes anti-essentialist approaches, exploring how art interacts with economics, politics, and ideology. Courses include 'Rock and Roll vs. Modernism,' 'History of Sonic Art,' and 'We'll Fix it in Post: Postmodernism, Poststructuralism, Posthumanism.' Key fellowships include the Andrew Mellon Collaborative Fellowship (2021) and a LABEX Fellowship (2016). His creative work spans performance, sound, and installation, exhibited globally. He retired from active artmaking in 2023 but continues as a musician and writer.
Roy Ben-Shai is a Professor of Philosophy at Sarah Lawrence College, where he has been teaching since 2018. He is currently on leave for Fall 2024. His academic background includes a BA from Tel-Aviv University, an MA and PhD from The New School for Social Research, and a Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship at Haverford College. Educational Background: BA, Tel-Aviv University MA and PhD, New School for Social Research Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship, Haverford College Research Interests: His research focuses on 19th- and 20th-century Continental philosophy, with particular emphasis on Nietzsche, Heidegger, existentialism, and poststructuralism. He also engages with the broader history of philosophy. His work explores themes such as critique, nihilism, and the ontology of relations, often linking historical philosophical debates to contemporary issues, including those relevant to Israel. Scientific Awards: Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship (Haverford College) Advising and Grants: While specific grants are not detailed, his academic contributions include co-editing special issues and books, such as the 2025 Synontology issue in Philosophy Today . His Mellon Fellowship reflects his academic standing. Advising details are not provided in the text.
