Philip Robichaud

Dr. Philip Robichaud is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in Moral and Political Philosophy. His work focuses on moral responsibility, epistemic ignorance, blame allocation, and climate ethics. He teaches courses such as "Ethics (PPE)", "Ethics II: Autonomy, Freedom and Responsibility", and "Philosophy and Neuroethics". His research explores intersections between moral agency, culpability, and societal challenges like climate change. He leads the "Ethics of Cooperation" project (2021–2025), involving collaborations with researchers like Jonathan W. Wieland and PhD candidates. His work emphasizes applied ethics in technology and policy contexts. No ancillary activities are reported.

Key research interests include the epistemic conditions for moral responsibility, blame transfer mechanisms, and the ethical implications of climate change ignorance. His articles address topics like moral agency value, climate ethics, and the role of epistemic factors in culpability. He actively contributes to peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes in philosophy and applied ethics.

Teaching responsibilities include guiding students in PPE (Philosophy, Politics, Economics) programs through thesis and tutorial courses. His interdisciplinary approach integrates moral philosophy with contemporary issues in policy and technology, fostering critical engagement with ethical dilemmas in modern society.