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William Child is a Professor of Philosophy and Fellow and Tutor in Philosophy at University College, University of Oxford. He specializes in Philosophy of Mind and Wittgensteinian philosophy. Educated at Oxford, he holds a B.A. from Wadham College (1983), B.Phil. (1985), and D.Phil. (1989) in Philosophy. His career includes roles as a University Lecturer (1989–present) and Fellow by Examination at All Souls College (1985–1989).
Child's research focuses on Wittgenstein's contributions to philosophy, particularly the Private Language Argument, rule-following, and first-person authority. He engages with themes in philosophy of mind, language, and the methodology of analytic philosophy. His work critiques scientism while exploring Wittgenstein's anti-scientistic stance and its implications for understanding mental concepts.
Publications include analyses of Wittgenstein's Tractatus, critiques of Davidsons's philosophy, and explorations of meaning, use, and the limits of language. His writings emphasize conceptual clarity and philosophical methodology. No notable awards are explicitly listed in the provided texts, though his academic contributions are substantial. He advises within University College and maintains affiliations with the Faculty of Philosophy's library and research initiatives.
