Laura Georgescu

Laura Georgescu is a Lecturer in the History of Philosophy at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Groningen. Her research focuses on the intersection of early modern philosophy, philosophy of science, and history of scientific ideas.

• Specializes in 17th-Century Natural Philosophy
• Key figure in Margaret Cavendish studies
• Active in experimental philosophy and mechanical models

Her recent work explores themes such as experimental methodology, magnetic phenomena, and the metaphysical implications of corpuscularianism. Publications include analyses of Kenelm Digby, Francis Bacon, and William Gilbert, emphasizing their contributions to scientific discourse.

Scientific awards include RUG Docent van het Jaar 2019. She has organized academic events like the GCMEMT Lecture and served on the Nominations and Elections Committee for the International Society for the History of Philosophy of Science. Her 20 peer-reviewed publications and 16 academic activities highlight her engagement in peer-review, editorial work, and international collaborations.