Michael Hauskeller

Professor Michael Hauskeller is a prominent philosopher specializing in ethics, transhumanism, and the philosophy of human enhancement. He holds a professorship at the University of Liverpool, where he teaches modules such as 'The Meaning of Life and Death' and 'Applied Ethics for Clinical Practice.' His research critically examines transhumanist philosophies, radical life extension, and the intersection of technology with human existence. Notable works include Better Humans?, Mythologies of Transhumanism, and Meaning in Life: A Subjectivist Account. He has organized major conferences, including the 6th International Conference on Philosophy and Meaning in Life (2024), and edits journals like Journal of Philosophy of Life. His recent focus on 'meaning in life' explores existential questions through dialogues and literary analysis, blending philosophical rigor with creative expression.

Teaching responsibilities include coordinating undergraduate and graduate courses, reflecting his commitment to educating future thinkers on ethical dilemmas in biotechnology and healthcare. His edited volumes, such as Death and Meaning, highlight interdisciplinary approaches to mortality and existential significance. Hauskeller’s work challenges assumptions about human nature, advocating for a subjectivist perspective on life’s meaning while critiquing techno-utopian visions of posthuman futures.