Sylvain Chareton

Sylvain Chareton is a Researcher and Lecturer in medieval and contemporary philosophy at the Faculty of Theology of the Université Catholique de l’Ouest (Angers), where he also serves as Head of the Faculty of Theology branches. He previously held roles such as Professor of Philosophy at the Philanthropos Institute (2011–2018) and Director of UCO Laval (2018–2023). His academic career includes teaching at institutions like the Institut Catholique de Toulouse and Collège des Bernardins.

Education & Qualifications

• Doctorate (HDR) in History of Medieval Philosophy
• DESS in Human Resources

Research Focus
Chareton’s work bridges theological metaphysics of the human person and contemporary ethical philosophy. Key themes include:

• Metaphysical foundations of personhood
• Social Doctrine of the Church applied to ethical finance
• Philosophy of the body inspired by Aquinas
• Bodily condition’s philosophical-theological implications

Teaching Contributions

• Introduction to Thomas Aquinas’ thought
• Philosophy of the person
• Theology of the body
• Ethics at UCO’s Faculty of Economics

Current Roles

• Maitre de Conférence en Philosophie (2022–present)
• UCO Chair in Ethics and Innovation (2018–2023)

Laboratory affiliation: Not attached to a specific laboratory.