Vincent Citot

Vincent Citot is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy, Humanities and Social Sciences at the Paris Higher Institute of Teacher Education and Training (INSPE Paris). He serves as the founding director of the journal Le Philosophoire, a peer-reviewed publication focused on philosophical inquiry with 61 issues published since 1996.

His research explores:

• The nature and historical requirements of philosophical thought
• Comparative analysis of philosophical traditions (European, Asian, Islamic)
• Epistemology and philosophy of science
• Historiography of philosophy
• Intellectual and civilizational history

Professor Citot's publications demonstrate consistent focus on methodological rigor in historical philosophy, with recent works examining 18th-century comparative philosophy, Islamic intellectual history, and critiques of contemporary scientific discourse. His upcoming article addresses philosophical dimensions of prehistoric studies.

Teaching activities include:

• Instruction in the Master's program for Teaching, Education and Training (MEEF)
• Training philosophy teachers for French competitive examinations (CAPES, CPE)
• Courses in Philosophy of Education and Educational Culture

He regularly presents research at international conferences, including events at the University of Geneva, University of Toronto, and the Sorbonne.