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Professor Gabriele De Anna is a distinguished philosopher at Otto-Friedrich University of Bamberg, where he holds a full professorship in the Faculty of Humanities and Cultural Studies, Department of Philosophy. Having completed his habilitation at Bamberg in 2018 with the thesis "Political Things: A Study on Authority and the Metaphysics of Political Communities," he has established himself as a leading scholar bridging Thomistic philosophy with contemporary analytical approaches. His academic journey spans multiple institutions including the University of Padua, University of St. Andrews, University of Cambridge, and University of Pittsburgh.
Professor De Anna's research interests span a rich interdisciplinary terrain:
- Political Philosophy and the Metaphysics of Political Communities
- Normativity and Practical Reason
- Thomistic and Aristotelian Philosophy in Contemporary Context
- Philosophy of Human Action
- Hylomorphism and Substantial Forms
- Ethics and Moral Realism
His recent scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on the relationship between metaphysical foundations and normative political theory. The 15 most recent publications reveal a trajectory moving from more specialized metaphysical investigations toward increasingly integrated examinations of political communities, human action, and normativity. His work consistently engages with both historical philosophical sources and contemporary debates, creating a distinctive bridge between analytical and continental philosophical traditions.
Professor De Anna's scientific recognition includes:
- Marie Curie Research Fellowship (2007)
- Habilitation in Philosophy at Otto-Friedrich University of Bamberg (2018)
- Italian habilitations as university professor in multiple fields (2012, 2017)
- Multiple DAAD research grants as Principal Investigator
- Extensive editorial work for prestigious philosophy journals
As an active researcher and academic leader, Professor De Anna directs the Research Unit: Methods of Norm Justification and has established significant international collaborations, particularly with Italian institutions. His work on the "Double degree" master's program exemplifies his commitment to fostering transnational philosophical dialogue. His research continues to explore the metaphysical foundations of political communities while engaging with contemporary challenges in normative political theory and ethics.
