Saniye Vatansever

Saniye Vatansever is an Assistant Professor specializing in Kant and Early Modern Philosophy. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois, Chicago, USA, and is actively engaged in scholarly research and publication in both international and Turkish academic venues.

Research Interests:

• Kantian Philosophy
• Early Modern Philosophy
• Epistemology and Moral Philosophy
• Enlightenment and Aesthetics
• History of Modern Philosophy with focus on Hume, Leibniz, and Plato
• Intersections between Ancient and Modern Thought (Stoicism, Epicureanism, and Kant)

Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on Kant’s critical philosophy, particularly on autonomy, the highest good, aesthetic judgment, and Enlightenment. She also explores Kant’s philosophical relationships with rationalist and empiricist traditions, including Leibniz and Hume. Her work bridges historical analysis and systematic philosophical inquiry, often connecting Kantian themes with ancient sources such as Stoicism and Epicurus.

Selected Scientific Contributions:

• Forthcoming contributions to Cambridge University Press and Springer/Metzler
• Publications in AHCI and ESCI-indexed journals such as International Journal of Philosophical Studies, HOPOS, and International Journal for Philosophy of Religion
• Active contributions to major international Kant congresses and edited volumes

She has no listed scientific awards or students in the provided text. There is no mention of grants, advising roles, or institutional affiliations beyond her doctoral background. She publishes in both English and Turkish, indicating a dual academic engagement in international and national philosophical discourse.