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Matthias Lievens is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Philosophy at KU Leuven, Belgium. He is a member of the Research in Political Philosophy and Ethics Leuven (RIPPLE) and Ethics @ KU Leuven. His work focuses on political philosophy, ethics, environmental politics, and critical theory, with particular attention to the works of Sartre, Gramsci, and Schmitt. Lievens critiques modern political frameworks, exploring themes like democracy, resistance, and the interplay between time, power, and institutional inertia.
Research Interests: His research spans existentialist political theory, environmental ethics, democratic legitimacy, and the philosophy of resistance. Notable contributions include analyses of Sartre’s theories on temporal pluralities, critiques of the Green Economy, and explorations of Gramsci’s and Schmitt’s political concepts. He emphasizes the re-politicization of environmental issues and the limits of representative democracy.
Recent Trends: His articles highlight tensions between democracy and capitalism, the role of time in political conflicts, and the ethical dimensions of environmental governance. Recent work critiques 'green capitalism' and advocates for a return to radical democratic praxis.
Labs/Teams: Active in RIPPLE, Lievens collaborates on projects addressing global governance, climate justice, and the political implications of environmental crises.
