Paolo Gomarasca

Paolo Gomarasca is a Full Professor of Moral Philosophy (M-Fil/03) at the Faculty of Political and Social Sciences of the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart (UCSC) in Milan, a position he has held since 2021. Previously, he served as Associate Professor (2016-2020) and Researcher (2006-2016) in Moral Philosophy at the same institution. He also maintains significant teaching roles at the Faculty of Theology in Lugano, Switzerland, where he has been a lecturer since 2010 at ISFA (Institute of Applied Philosophy) and since 2015 at the RETE Institute for Science, Philosophy and Theology of Religions.

His academic formation includes a Degree in Philosophy from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan (1994), a Scholarship at the Faculty of Theology in Lugano (1996), a Diplôme d'études approfondies en philosophie from Université Catholique de Louvain in Belgium (1998), and a PhD in Philosophy from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan (2001). His scholarly journey demonstrates deep engagement with both continental philosophy and practical ethical concerns.

Gomarasca's research spans multiple interdisciplinary domains at the intersection of philosophy, ethics, and social theory. His work demonstrates a strong engagement with Lacanian psychoanalysis, moral philosophy, and social ethics. He has made significant contributions to understanding the ethical dimensions of food systems, social work, migration, and political philosophy. His research often bridges continental philosophy with practical ethical concerns, particularly examining how theoretical frameworks can inform real-world social challenges. A recurring theme in his work is the exploration of the relationship between individual subjectivity and social structures, with particular attention to how ethical frameworks can address contemporary social issues.

His extensive publication record, comprising over 100 research products as of 2025, shows a clear trajectory from theoretical philosophical investigations toward increasingly applied ethical concerns. While early works focused on Lacanian psychoanalysis and classical philosophical questions, his more recent publications demonstrate growing engagement with urgent contemporary issues including sustainable development, food ethics, migration ethics, and the social doctrine of the Church. His work increasingly appears in interdisciplinary contexts, reflecting his commitment to connecting philosophical inquiry with practical social challenges.

• Member of the Scientific Committee of Theory. Journal of Philosophy (since 2024)
• Member of the Management Committee of the High School for the Environment (since 2025)
• Scientific Director of the Master's Degree in 'Fare Radio' at UCSC Milan
• Member of the Steering Committee of the Relational Social Work Research Center
• Member of the Board of Directors of the Italian Society of Moral Philosophy

As Scientific Director of the Master's program in radio communication and through his involvement with multiple research centers, Gomarasca has established collaborative networks spanning philosophy, social work, theology, and media studies. His leadership in the Transdisciplinary Research On Food Issues Center (TROFIC) demonstrates his commitment to addressing complex social challenges through interdisciplinary approaches that connect philosophical inquiry with practical social interventions. His recent work with SACRU (Strategic Alliance of Catholic Research Universities) highlights his growing influence in shaping the ethical engagement of Catholic universities with global challenges.