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Kelly Trogdon is an Associate Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Philosophy at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, within the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences. He is an active researcher in metaphysics and the philosophy of mind, with a focus on grounding, physicalism, and ontological dependence.
- Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy, Virginia Tech
- Department Chair, Department of Philosophy
- Researcher in Metaphysics and Philosophy of Mind
His research centers on foundational issues in metaphysics, particularly the nature of grounding, truthmaking, fundamentality, and the structure of reality. He investigates how entities and truths depend on others, and whether explanation can guide metaphysical grounding. His work also extends into aesthetics, especially the ontology of artworks and authorship.
The most recent publications show a strong trend in metaphysical grounding, ontological economy, and the interface between explanation and grounding. His articles frequently appear in leading philosophy journals such as Philosophical Studies, Synthese, and Pacific Philosophical Quarterly, and he has contributed to major reference works like the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy. His collaborative work with scholars like Adam Skiles and David Witmer highlights an interdisciplinary and dialogical research approach.
Scientific contributions include:
- Co-author, "Metaphysical Grounding" in The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy (2014, 2021)
- Contributor to Routledge Handbook of Metametaphysics, PALGRAVE Handbook on Philosophical Methods, and others
- Reviewer for Philosophical Review, Notre Dame Philosophical Reviews
Kelly Trogdon advises students in philosophy and leads research in metaphysical theory. While specific grant information is not listed, his publication record and editorial roles suggest sustained research funding and academic leadership. He is actively shaping contemporary debates in metaphysics through both original articles and synthetic contributions.
He is affiliated with the Department of Philosophy at Virginia Tech, where he contributes to teaching, research, and departmental governance as chair.
