Denise Meda-Lambru

Denise Meda-Lambru is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of North Texas. She holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Texas A&M University (2024). Her research integrates Latin American philosophy, Latina/x feminisms, and decolonial theory, focusing on death, aesthetics, and social/political philosophy. She employs interdisciplinary methods to analyze non-Western traditions, particularly examining Día de los Muertos altars as sites of aesthetic, political, and ethical expression for marginalized communities.

Her work bridges philosophy with cultural practices, emphasizing communal interpretations of death and resistance. Publications appear in The Pluralist, The Journal of World Philosophies, and The Inter-American Journal of Philosophy. Her scholarship challenges Eurocentric frameworks through decolonial and feminist lenses, advocating for inclusive philosophical methodologies.

Meda-Lambru’s research also engages film and testimonio as tools for social justice, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary and community-centered approaches. No scientific awards are explicitly cited in the provided texts.