Christopher Gregory Weaver

Christopher Gregory Weaver is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, affiliated with The Grainger College of Engineering. He holds the Brand Fortner Faculty Scholar title and specializes in intersections between philosophy, physics, and metaphysics. His recent courses include PHIL 103 (Logic and Reasoning), PHIL 270 (Philosophy of Science), and PHIL 424 (Philosophy of Religion).

Research focuses on causation in physics, statistical mechanics foundations, cosmological arguments, and logical critiques of atheism. Key interests span the philosophy of science, metaphysical principles governing causation, and thermodynamic interpretations. Recent work challenges Boltzmannian statistical mechanics and explores Carroll-Chen cosmological models.

Notable publications (2010-2025) address causation universality, entropy dynamics, and philosophical implications of cosmological models. Awards include the Brand Fortner Faculty Scholar distinction recognizing contributions to interdisciplinary scholarship.

Advising and grants information is not explicitly stated in provided materials. Current affiliations include the Physics Department and Grainger College, with office located at 203 Gregory Hall.