Peter van Inwagen

Peter van Inwagen is a Research Professor of Philosophy at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. His current appointment began in 2014 and continues to the present. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Rochester (1969) and a B.S. from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1965).

His research interests prominently feature metaphysics, with additional focus on philosophy of mind and ethical theory. Recent teaching activities include courses such as Metaphysics (PHIL 552S) and Philosophy Special Topics (PHIL 790).

No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided profile. He has not supervised any documented students in the text. His professional profile emphasizes scholarly contributions through teaching and research in theoretical philosophy.