Nikk Effingham

Nikk Effingham is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Birmingham. His research spans metaphysics, philosophy of time (particularly time travel), philosophy of religion, and philosophy of epidemiology.

• University of Birmingham, Department of Philosophy
• Research Associate, University of Johannesburg

Education:

• PhD in Philosophy, University of Leeds, 2007
• MA in Philosophy, University of Leeds, 2001
• BA (Joint Honours) in Philosophy and English, University of Leeds, 2000

Research Interests: Nikk's work explores the intersections of metaphysics and the philosophy of time, with a focus on time travel and its implications. He also investigates theological questions in the philosophy of religion, such as divine justice, and engages with the philosophy of epidemiology to address contemporary public health challenges.

Recent Publications Trends: His recent articles and chapters emphasize time travel paradoxes, truthmaking, reincarnation, and the metaphysics of time. He also contributes to public philosophy through projects like the Fake Plots game, addressing misinformation and conspiracy theories.

Advising and Collaborations: Nikk supervises doctoral candidates in metaontology, ontology, philosophy of time, and philosophy of mind. He is on the editorial board of Religious Studies and co-authored a book with Kristie Miller on time and existence.