Maël Lemoine

Maël Lemoine is Professor of Philosophy of Medical Sciences at the University of Bordeaux, where he conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of philosophy, biology, and medicine. He is affiliated with the ImmunoConcept laboratory (CNRS and University of Bordeaux) in the Conceptual Biology and Medicine team and collaborates with the external institute PhilInBioMed, fostering dialogue between philosophers and scientists.

His research focuses on the conceptual foundations of medical science, particularly the definitions of health, aging, and cancer. He investigates biological commonalities in age-related diseases and explores the philosophical underpinnings of medical knowledge, including evidence standards, treatment efficacy, and the translation of population-level findings to individual care. His work emphasizes formalizing key medical concepts to support scientific progress.

His recent publications reflect a dual engagement: scholarly work in philosophy of science and accessible writings for the public. Themes across his articles include the epistemology of preclinical and clinical research, the nature of pathological phenomena, and the philosophical challenges in defining diseases like cancer and aging. His research contributes to both theoretical clarity and practical understanding in biomedicine.

He directs the Med-Phi book collection at Hermann, dedicated to philosophy of medical science, and has authored several books aimed at demystifying medical concepts for broader audiences.

Maël Lemoine actively contributes to public discourse through media appearances and articles in outlets such as Le Monde and The Conversation, where he discusses the role of philosophy in evaluating medical claims, the evidence required for treatment validation, and misconceptions in public health (e.g., the myth of 'catching a cold from cold weather').

He has no listed scientific awards or formal advisees in the provided text, but his collaborative work with scientists and clinicians underscores an applied philosophical approach that bridges theory and practice.