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Vittorio Bufacchi is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at University College Cork (UCC), Ireland. He holds a PhD from the London School of Economics (LSE) and has taught at institutions including Yale University, the University of Manchester, and University College Dublin. His research focuses on political philosophy, particularly social justice, human rights, and the ethics of violence, with significant attention to Cicero's political thought.
Education:
- PhD in Political Philosophy, LSE (1994)
- MSc in Political Theory, LSE (1989)
- Bachelor of Arts in Politics, University of Sussex (1988)
Research Interests: His work bridges political philosophy with applied ethics, addressing topics like structural injustice, post-truth politics, and the philosophy of human rights. Notable contributions include Why Cicero Matters (2023) and Everything Must Change: Philosophical Lessons From Lockdown (2021). He frequently contributes to public discourse through media outlets like The Irish Times and The Guardian.
Grants & Awards:
- Irish Research Council Grant: Social Justice Allyship (€105,604, 2023)
- Research Excellence Awards: CACSSS (2008–2016), IRCHSS Fellowship (2004)
Teaching: He teaches modules on political philosophy, human rights, and Cicero's political thought. Recent courses include PH2035: Roman Political Thought - Cicero and PH3025: Political Philosophy in Theory and Practice.
Public Engagement: Bufacchi actively bridges academia and public life through podcasts, invited lectures, and op-eds addressing contemporary issues like Brexit, vaccine equity, and far-right politics.
