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David Jones is a Professor of Philosophy at Kennesaw State University (KSU), specializing in comparative philosophy, ancient Greek thought, and Daoist/Confucian traditions. He serves as editor of Comparative and Continental Philosophy and has held leadership roles in organizations like the Comparative Continental Philosophy Circle. His research bridges Eastern and Western philosophical traditions, emphasizing environmental ethics and intercultural dialogue.
- Education: PhD in Philosophy (University of Hawai'i at Mānoa), Environmental Ethics Certificate (University of Georgia)
- Administrative Roles: Director of the Center for the Development of Asian Studies (1996–2008), Visiting Scholar at National Taiwan University and Peking University
Research interests include:
- Daoist and Confucian ethics
- Comparative environmental philosophies
- Nietzschean and Heideggerian thought
- Fractal cosmology and complexity theory
Recent publications explore:
- Wandering Dance Through Graham Parkes' Philosophy (2024)
- Beyond the Doubleday Myth (2023)
- Fractal Self and Chaos Theory (1999 reinterpreted)
- Awards: East-West Center Distinguished Alumni (2004), KSU Foundation Distinguished Professor (2017)
- Grants: Over $90k raised for Asian Studies initiatives and cultural programs
- Led 50+ international conferences on East-West philosophy
