Maddalena Bonelli

Maddalena Bonelli is Associate Professor of History of Ancient Philosophy in the Department of Letters, Philosophy, and Communication at the University of Bergamo. She holds a PhD from the University of Geneva and serves as coordinator of the English-language master's program "Philosophical Knowledge" at the University of Bergamo. Additionally, she directs the "Archivio delle Filosofe" (SWIP-Italia), an important initiative dedicated to documenting and promoting the work of women philosophers throughout history.

Bonelli's research focuses on ancient metaphysics, ancient logic, and the history of ancient women philosophers. Her scholarly work demonstrates particular expertise in Aristotelian philosophy, the works of Alexander of Aphrodisias, ancient causality, and the contributions of women to philosophical thought in antiquity. Her approach combines rigorous textual analysis with broader historical and philosophical contextualization, revealing the complex interplay between philosophical ideas and their historical reception.

Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on Peripatetic philosophy, particularly the work of Alexander of Aphrodisias as interpreter of Aristotle. Her research spans metaphysical, logical, and ethical dimensions of ancient thought, with a growing emphasis on recovering and analyzing the contributions of women philosophers in antiquity. This dual focus on technical philosophical analysis and historical recovery of marginalized voices represents a distinctive feature of her scholarly contribution.

Bonelli actively contributes to academic service through her leadership roles, including directing the "Archivio delle Filosofe" which serves as a vital resource for scholars interested in women's philosophical contributions throughout history. Her work bridges traditional scholarship in ancient philosophy with contemporary concerns about representation and inclusion in the philosophical canon.

Her teaching portfolio at the University of Bergamo includes courses on Ancient Dialectics, Ancient Philosophy, and Gender Studies, reflecting her dual expertise in technical philosophical analysis and the history of women philosophers. She teaches in both Italian and English, demonstrating her international scholarly engagement.