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Andrew Janiak is a Professor of Philosophy at Duke University’s Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. He serves as co-leader of Project Vox, Director of Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy, and holds the Bass Fellow title. His research focuses on early modern philosophy, particularly the works of Isaac Newton and Émilie Du Châtelet. Janiak’s recent book, *The Enlightenment’s Most Dangerous Woman*, examines Du Châtelet’s contributions to modern philosophy. His academic roles include former chair of the Philosophy department and Bass Society of Fellows.
Education: Ph.D. in Philosophy from Indiana University (2001), M.A. from the University of Michigan (1996), and B.A. from Hampshire College (1994). His work bridges philosophy, history of science, and gender studies. He has led grants such as “Extending New Narratives in the History of Philosophy” (2020–2025) and “New Narratives in Philosophy: Rediscovering Neglected Works by Early Modern Women” (2015–2016).
Research interests include the history of natural philosophy, Newtonianism, Kantian philosophy, and recovering overlooked female philosophers. His publications analyze scientific metaphysics, the Enlightenment canon, and gender dynamics in intellectual history. He frequently presents on topics like Descartes, Newton, and theological–philosophical tensions in early modern science.
Professional service includes roles in Bass Connections, where he leads projects on digital humanities and early modern women philosophers. Awards include NEH grants and recognition for interdisciplinary scholarship. His work emphasizes recentering marginalized voices in philosophical historiography, particularly women like Du Châtelet, Agnesi, and Bassi.
