Saskia Wolff

Saskia Wolff is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Konstanz, affiliated with the Department of Philosophy within the Faculty of Humanities. Her research focuses on ancient philosophy, particularly Plato and Aristotle, with emphasis on metaphysical questions and methodological approaches to ancient texts.

• Education: PhD in Philosophy from the University of Munich (2010)
• MA in Classics from the University of Tübingen (2006)

Her work bridges ancient metaphysical systems with contemporary philosophical discourse, exploring themes like categorial frameworks, ontological debates, and conceptual evolution in pre-Socratic thought. She has received notable awards including the Heisenberg Fellowship (DFG) and the Philosophy Prize of Konstanz.

Current research projects investigate Plato's theory of becoming and Aristotle's categorial system through interdisciplinary lenses. She collaborates with philologists and historians, emphasizing rigorous textual analysis and historical contextualization.

• Grants: German Research Foundation (DFG) grants (2018-2023)

She leads the 'Ancient Metaphysics' research group at Konstanz, fostering international collaborations and hosting annual workshops on ancient philosophy.