معرفی
Alexander Vladislavovich Mikhailovsky is an Associate Professor at the School of Philosophy and Cultural Studies within the Faculty of Humanities at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE) in Moscow. He has been teaching at HSE since 2004 and has 26 years of scientific and teaching experience. His primary academic affiliation is with the School of Philosophy and Cultural Studies, which was established in 2020 through the merger of the School of Philosophy and the School of Cultural Studies.
Mikhailovsky earned his Specialist degree in Philosophy from the Russian State Humanitarian University in 1998, followed by a Candidate of Philosophical Sciences degree in 2002 (specialty 09.00.03 "History of Philosophy"). He was awarded the academic title of Associate Professor in 2009 and most recently received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in 2024. His doctoral dissertation focused on "Discussions about technology and the 'other modern' in Germany: between cultural criticism and technocracy."
Mikhailovsky's research spans multiple interconnected fields within philosophy, with a particular focus on the philosophy of technology, political philosophy, and intellectual history. His work examines German philosophical traditions from the early 20th century to contemporary thought, with special attention to figures like Ernst Jünger, Martin Heidegger, and conservative revolutionary thinkers. He has developed a distinctive approach to understanding the relationship between technology, culture, and politics, analyzing how technological development has shaped modern consciousness and political structures. His recent work has increasingly focused on the ethical implications of artificial intelligence in a multipolar world, as demonstrated by his lecture in China on "Political Philosophy for AI Ethics in a Multipolar World" in May 2025.
Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory exploring the philosophical dimensions of technology through historical and contemporary lenses. His work bridges German intellectual history with current technological challenges, particularly examining how early 20th century critiques of technology remain relevant to contemporary AI ethics debates. The publications demonstrate growing international engagement, with increasing collaboration with scholars from China and other non-Western academic contexts.
- Honorary Diploma of the Faculty of Humanities of HSE (2024)
- Letter of thanks from the HSE Vice-Rector (2024)
- Certificate of Honor of HSE (2022)
- Multiple Best Teacher awards (2011, 2013-2014, 2017, 2021-2025)
- Winner of the Competition for Best Russian-Language Scientific Works (2021)
- Potanin Foundation grants for young teachers (2005/2006, 2007/08)
Mikhailovsky has supervised nine doctoral students to completion or in progress, including Pavlov I.I. (2021), Apaeva A.Yu. (2015), and Gulyaev R.V. (2013). His research has been supported by numerous grants, including projects on the "Political Theology of Stefan George's Circle" (2011-2013), "Philosophy of Technology in Germany between the World Wars" (2009-2010), and "The Heritage of Carl Schmitt and its Relevance for Contemporary Political Thought" (2007-2008). He has also received international fellowships including DAAD research scholarships in Berlin and grants from the Institute for Human Sciences in Vienna.
As an active member of the academic community, Mikhailovsky serves on the editorial boards of several journals including "Otechestvennaya filosofiya," "Jünger Debatte," and "Philosophy. Journal of the Higher School of Economics." He regularly participates in international conferences, with recent presentations in China, Russia, Austria, and Germany, demonstrating the global reach of his scholarly work.