Anjan Chakravartty

Anjan Chakravartty is a Professor and Appignani Foundation Chair in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Miami, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. His work focuses on scientific realism, metaphysics, epistemology, and the integration of naturalized metaphysics with scientific practice. He holds the Appignani Foundation Chair, an endowed position recognizing his scholarly contributions.

Research interests include the ontology of science, causal powers, structural realism, and the interplay between metaphysical commitments and scientific methodology. His publications critically engage with debates on scientific realism, epistemic stances, and the public understanding of science. Notable works address the role of metaphysics in science, the nature of scientific representation, and ethical dimensions of scientific knowledge.

He has contributed to discussions on natural kind realism, dispositional essentialism, and the challenges posed by unconceived alternatives to scientific theories. His work often bridges philosophy of science with broader societal implications, including science communication and policy.

• Award: Appignani Foundation Chair (Endowed Professorship)

Chakravartty’s research also examines the philosophical foundations of physics, particularly particle ontology and symmetry principles. His articles frequently analyze epistemic voluntarism and the tension between empiricism and metaphysical speculation in scientific contexts.