Alessandro Tomasi

Alessandro Tomasi is a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Rhode Island. With a career spanning since 1998, his academic focus lies in the philosophy of technology and continental philosophy.

• Ph.D., New School University, New York, NY (2006)
• M.A., New School for Social Research, New York, NY (1999)
• M.A., Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA (1992)
• B.A., Christopher Newport University, Newport News, VA (1991)

Dr. Tomasi’s research explores intersections between technology and human intimacy, drawing from continental philosophy traditions. He has also delved into ancient Taoism and Buddhist concepts like Sunyata to analyze technological paradigms. His work on Georges Bataille and Nietzsche addresses existential and ethical dimensions of technological evolution.

His publications reflect a thematic emphasis on the philosophical implications of technology, with contributions to journals such as Techne and Asian Philosophy. Notable collaborations include co-authorship with George Teschner on Taoism and technology.