Adi Efel Lautenschlager

Dr. Adi Efel Lautenschlager is a researcher in the Department of Philosophy at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Her work bridges the history of European philosophy (17th and 19th centuries) with art theory, focusing on concepts of rationality, order, and their intersections in philosophical and artistic methodologies.

• Education: BA in Art and Philosophy (University of Haifa); MA in Art History (Tel Aviv University); MA in Philosophy (Lille University); PhD (Tel Aviv University and University of Strasbourg).

She has conducted postdoctoral research at institutions such as the Hebrew University, University of Cologne, and École Normale Supérieure in Paris, exploring topics like Thomas Aquinas' concept of 'habitus,' 17th-century French thought, and Bergson-Spinoza debates on intuition. Her doctoral work examined Edouard Viard's paintings and Descartes' philosophical legacy.

While no scientific awards are listed, her research emphasizes the interplay between philosophical rigor and artistic expression, particularly in the domestic sphere and intellectual culture contexts. She is inspired by René Descartes and advocates for listening and respect in philosophical practice.

Outside academia, she enjoys yoga and painting, aligning with her appreciation for focus and creativity. She prefers public transportation over cars, winter over summer, and would take Aristotle's writings, watercolors, and a yoga mat to a deserted island.