Maheshi Gunawardane

Maheshi Gunawardane is a researcher specializing in Susan Stebbing’s philosophy, focusing on critical thinking and formal logic. Affiliated with Cardiff Metropolitan University’s School of Social Sciences, she holds a PhD in Philosophy and an MBA from the same institution, alongside a BSc from the University of Westminster. Her work addresses historical marginalization of women philosophers in analytic traditions.

• Education:
• Doctor of Philosophy, Philosophy (Cardiff Metropolitan University)
• Master of Business Administration (Cardiff Metropolitan University)
• Bachelor of Science (University of Westminster)

Research interests include diagnosing reasons for Susan Stebbing’s neglect by analytic philosophy historians and advocating for her recognition as a foundational figure. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education).

Organized academic events such as the Dorothy Emmet Lecture (2023) and Open Minds XVI (2023). Received the School of Social Sciences PhD Studentship in 2021.

• Key Contributions: Advancing discourse on gender equity in philosophy historiography through textual analysis and conference curation.