Oğuz Haşlakoğlu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture at Istanbul Technical University . His research spans interdisciplinary art, aesthetics, visual design, and art philosophy, with a focus on the intersection of classical thought and modern artistic practices. His scholarly work explores themes such as the role of museums in canon formation, new materialism, design ethics, and the ontological processes of art creation. He has led projects like Sanat ve Kültür and Revolving Fund Romantizmin 20 Yüzyıl Avangart Sanatına Etkileri , reflecting his engagement with both theoretical and applied research. Education : MFA in Painting from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University (2004–2005), MA in Philosophy (1995–1999), MA in Painting (1991–1994), and BFA in Painting (1986–1991). Administrative Roles : Department Head at Istanbul Technical University (2016), Dean at Istanbul Aydın University (2011–2012), and leadership roles in committees at Akdeniz University and UNESCO AIAP Turkey National Committee. His academic contributions include membership in institutions like the I.T.U. Bilim-Toplum Application-Research Center and the Yapay Zekâ ve Veri Bilimi Uygulama ve Araştırma Merkezi . His email is haslakoglu@itu.edu.tr .
Nathan Kowalsky serves as Associate Professor at St Joseph's College within the University of Alberta. His academic work bridges environmental philosophy, philosophy of religion, and technology studies through interdisciplinary frameworks. Education: PhD in Philosophy, KU Leuven (2006) MPhil in Philosophy, KU Leuven (2003) MCS in Interdisciplinary Studies, Regent College (2002) BA (Hons) in Philosophy, University of Alberta (1998) His research centers on environmental philosophy with focus on wilderness ethics, hunting practices, and deep ecology. He critically examines philosophy of technology through Ellul and Heidegger, while exploring philosophy of religion themes like natural evil and divine alterity. His cultural analysis interrogates civilization narratives through primitivism and anarchism. Recent publications reveal consistent engagement with animal ethics (87% of works), technological critique (64%), and religious environmentalism (55%). Key trends include reframing hunting ethics through theological lenses and analyzing tar sands through technological enframement frameworks. No scientific awards are documented in available sources. Kowalsky teaches undergraduate courses in philosophy and STS but explicitly states he does not supervise graduate students. His course portfolio includes specialized offerings like PHIL 279: Philosophy of Hunting and STS 200: Introduction to Science, Technology and Society, with upcoming instruction scheduled through Winter 2026.
Gordon Davis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Carleton University , affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences . His work bridges historical and contemporary ethical theory, with a focus on Kantian and Buddhist frameworks. Education: B.A. (McGill), B.Phil. (Oxford), M.Ed. (Toronto), B.Ed. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Oxford) Research Interests include moral and political philosophy, metaethics, comparative history of ethics, and cross-cultural dialogues between Western and Buddhist traditions. His projects often explore synthetic approaches to consequentialism, Kantian deontology, and virtue ethics. Recent publications (2022) analyze intersections between Sartrean existentialism and Mahayana Buddhism, Humean virtue ethics in Buddhist contexts, and metaphysical concepts like natural light in Descartes and Vasubandhu. Earlier works (2010s) engage with multiculturalism, liberty rights, and philosophical psychology in Hume and Smith. Collaborations include co-edited volumes with scholars such as S. Hinzelin, Charles Goodman, and B.E. Neufeld, emphasizing cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural methodologies.
Marlena Kilian serves as an Associate Professor (adiunkt habilitowany) at the Faculty of Education, Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw. Her academic work centers on education within social studies, with 100% specialization in educational sciences, focusing on the intersection of aging, disability, and inclusive practices. Her research spans special education, geragogy (education of older adults), ageism, and assistive technologies. Key areas include disability in late adulthood, social participation of seniors, aging stereotypes, and tools like RoboBraille for accessibility. She examines how educational frameworks can address the needs of older adults with disabilities within rapidly aging societies, emphasizing inclusive methodologies and policy implications. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2024-2015) reveals consistent thematic focus on special geragogy development, age-related stereotypes, and assistive technology implementation. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, showing particular emphasis on Poland's educational context and the societal impacts of demographic aging. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Consultation schedules indicate active teaching engagement with both full-time (Fridays 10:20-11:20) and part-time students (Saturdays 16:10-16:40 during sessions). Details regarding student advising, research grants, or laboratory affiliations were not specified in the source information.
Thomas H. Brobjer is a Professor at the Department of History of Science and Ideas at Uppsala University, Sweden. His academic career uniquely bridges the natural sciences and humanities, with particular expertise in Nietzsche studies, intellectual history, and the history of science. Professor Brobjer's educational background demonstrates his interdisciplinary approach: First PhD (D.Phil.) in theoretical chemistry or molecular physics at University of Sussex, 1983: "Intermolecular Potentials for Small Polar Molecules" Second PhD in intellectual history at Uppsala University, 1995: "Nietzsche's Ethics of Character: A Study of Nietzsche's Ethics and Its Place in the History of Moral Thinking" His research primarily focuses on Nietzsche's reading habits, library, and intellectual influences, with special attention to Nietzsche's late philosophy and the "Revaluation of All Values" project. Brobjer has made significant contributions to understanding Nietzsche's relationship with ancient philosophy, German idealism, and 19th century intellectual currents. His scholarship often bridges humanities and natural sciences, reflecting his dual academic background. His work on Nietzsche's knowledge of philosophy, science, and Eastern thought represents comprehensive source-based research that has reshaped scholarly understanding of Nietzsche's intellectual development. Professor Brobjer's recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate continued scholarly productivity and deepening engagement with Nietzsche's late works, particularly the relationship between "Ecce Homo," "Twilight of the Idols," and the unfinished "Revaluation of All Values" project. His approach combines meticulous historical research with philosophical analysis, resulting in a comprehensive understanding of Nietzsche's thought within its historical context. His "Atlas of the History of Modern Science 1500-2020" (2025) represents an innovative approach to teaching the history of science through visual representation. Throughout his career, Brobjer has maintained active international scholarly engagement: 1995-1999: University lecturer at Uppsala University (with half-time research on Nietzsche in Berlin and Weimar) Spring 2000: Visiting scholar/professor at University of Texas at Austin (Fulbright scholarship) March 2001-December 2004: Research position (assistant professor) at Stockholm University January 2005-present: Professor at Uppsala University Academic year 2006-2007: Head of Department at Uppsala University
Christine Tappolet is a Full Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Université de Montréal, affiliated with the Centre de recherche en éthique (CRE) . She specializes in ethics, meta-ethics, moral psychology, and the philosophy of emotion. Her research explores the intersection of emotions, values, and rationality, particularly focusing on emotional perception and their role in moral judgment. Her work examines the nature of emotions as perceptual experiences of evaluative properties, their relationship to attention and agency, and the implications for moral realism. Key projects include "Varieties of Valuings" (2023-2029) and leading the CRE strategic research group (2014-ongoing). She supervises numerous graduate students in ethics, moral psychology, and related fields. Her teaching includes courses on meta-ethics ( PHI-6525 ) and contemporary ethical theories ( PHI-2406 ). She contributes to programs in philosophy, bioethics, and ethics at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Her grants include funding from the SSHRC and Fonds de recherche du Québec. Research Highlights: Emotion modularity, emotional plasticity, value perception, and normativity. Awards: None explicitly listed, though her work has been widely cited and recognized in her field.
Prof. Ryszard Tokarski is a full professor at the Faculty of Philology, Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, with a habilitation degree and extensive contributions to lexical semantics, cultural linguistics, and linguistic worldview studies. He has held leadership roles including Head of the Department of Lexicology and Pragmatics, Director of the Institute of Polish Philology, and Rector of the Higher School of Humanities and Natural Sciences in Sandomierz. Key research areas: anthropological linguistics, semantic frameworks, media language, and cognitive modeling of lexical fields. Major grants: National Science Foundation projects on Violence in Media Language (2000-2003) and Alternative Worldview Construction (2013-2016). International collaborations: Visiting professor at Stockholm University (1996-1997), Visegrad Fund projects at Prešov University. Scientific impact : 2017 UMCS Rector's Lifetime Achievement Award 2014 Academia Best Publication Award for Światy za słowami Corresponding member, Polish Academy of Arts and Sciences (since 2016) Mentorship : Supervised 10+ doctoral theses on topics ranging from somatic terms in worldview analysis to media manipulation and fairy-tale axiology. His work bridges semantic theory, cultural analysis, and discourse pragmatics.
Laurenţiu Staicu is a Professor at the Department of Theoretical Philosophy, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Bucharest, where he has held progressive academic positions since 1997, currently serving as University Professor (2017-present). He also functions as a philosophical counselor at Bellanima Medical Center (2012-present) and maintains active involvement in multiple philosophical institutions. His academic formation includes: Postdoctoral Research Program at University of Bucharest (2010-2012) PhD in Philosophy from University of Bucharest (1997-2002) with thesis on metaphysics of natural genres Undergraduate studies in Philosophy at University of Bucharest (1990-1995) Staicu's scholarly work demonstrates remarkable breadth across philosophical disciplines with particular emphasis on metaphysics/ontology, philosophy of science, and applied ethics. His research consistently bridges traditional philosophical inquiry with scientific practice, especially in biology and evolutionary theory. He has developed significant expertise in knowledge management, ethics of science, and philosophical counseling, with notable contributions to understanding Darwinism, rationality, and evolution from philosophical perspectives. His teaching portfolio includes Philosophy of Biology, Metaphysics, Ethics of Science, and Models of Evolution for undergraduate and graduate students. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward increasingly interdisciplinary work connecting philosophical foundations with contemporary ethical challenges. His scholarship shows growing engagement with bioethics, particularly regarding informed consent in Romanian psychiatry, the philosophical implications of biomedical technologies, and the ethical dimensions of cultural evolution. There's also notable attention to how classical philosophical frameworks like Aristotle's categories remain relevant to modern problems, alongside examination of digital culture phenomena like trolling through philosophical lenses. Staicu has coordinated multiple significant research projects: "Teorii ale complexității" (1998-2000), World Bank-funded interdisciplinary project "Fundamente teoretice și metodologice în dinamica sistemelor naturale complexe" (2006-2008), CNCSIS-funded research "Consimțământul informat în psihiatria din România" (2012-2016), CNCSIS-funded collaboration with University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Bucharest As an institutional builder, Staicu serves as: Founding member and president of the Romanian Association for Practical Philosophy Founding member of Romanian Society for Analytic Philosophy and Romanian Society of Philosophy Founding member and former director of Center for Logic, Philosophy and History of Science Editorial board member for Logos & Episteme, Philosophy Study, and Analele Universității din Craiova Evaluator for European Science Foundation and ARACIS His international engagement includes Erasmus teaching appointments at Autonomous University of Barcelona (2007) and University of Oxford (2017), plus research visits to institutions like University of Tulsa.
Professor Caroline Burns is a faculty member in the Leadership, Ethics, and Law Department at the School of Economics and Business Administration , Saint Mary's College of California. With a PhD in Organization and Management from Capella University (2007), she has taught courses such as Business Ethics & Social Responsibility, Global Perspectives in Business and Society, and Business Strategy. 2007 : PhD, Organization and Management, Capella University 2000 : MBA, Economics, Cameron University 1993 : BA, Hotel Management, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology Her research spans business ethics, social capital, fair trade consumption, and values-based education . Current projects include a longitudinal study on Changing Student Values. She explores intersections between ethical pedagogy, cultural values, and socioeconomic equity , with a focus on corporate responsibility and educational frameworks. Key research trends include ethical consumption patterns , fair trade practices , and the role of empathy in leadership . Her work often integrates philosophical concepts like axiology and examines industry transformations such as Industry 4.0 and Education 4.0. 2023 : Open Educational Resource for Social Justice Grant Burns has contributed to peer-reviewed journals , authored encyclopedia entries, and presented at international conferences, including the International Conference on Plagiarism and the Fair Trade International Symposium. Her work bridges academic integrity, leadership theory, and societal impact .
David Matheson is an Associate Professor at Carleton University’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences , Department of Philosophy. His work bridges two core areas: the philosophy of life and epistemology . Education B.A. from University of New Brunswick M.A. from Carleton University Ph.D. from Brown University Research Interests His philosophy of life research focuses on naturalistic meaning, multiple forms of meaning realization, creativity’s role in meaning, and responses to existential pessimism. In epistemology, he explores testimony as a knowledge source, epistemic values, and ethical dimensions of knowledge and ignorance. Recent Publications Trends 2024 articles examine religious meaning, evil’s impact on life purpose, and perfectionism in value theory. Earlier works analyze pleasure, forgetting ethics, testimonial reasoning, and epistemic pluralism. Teaching & Office Hours In Fall 2025, he teaches PHIL 2010: Issues in Theoretical Philosophy and PHIL 5850: Proseminar . Office hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12–1 PM in Paterson Hall 3A49, or by appointment.
Paul Slama is a researcher affiliated with the University of Namur , focusing on philosophy, phenomenology, and political philosophy. His work bridges classical and modern thought, engaging deeply with figures like Nietzsche, Heidegger, Carl Schmitt, and Max Weber. His research interests span Nietzsche Studies Phenomenology Metaphysics Axiology Political Philosophy Epistemology Existentialism . Slama's recent publications highlight a critical engagement with themes such as Americanism/Anti-Americanism , Ressentiment , and the historical transcendental . His work often intersects continental philosophy with sociopolitical analysis, as seen in his studies of Heidegger's geopolitical metaphors and Nietzsche's literary-philosophical parallels. His scholarly activity includes collaborations with researchers like Monseu-Van Cleemput on projects such as Social Phenomenology and Marxism. On Practical Subjectivity (2020-2023), which explores subjectivity through phenomenological and Marxist frameworks.
Chandler D. Rogers is a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at Gonzaga University. His research focuses on the human place in nature, ethics of human-animal relations, and intersections with theology and continental philosophy. Ph.D., Philosophy, Boston College (2022) M.A., Philosophy, Loyola Marymount University B.A., Biblical and Theological Studies, Biola University Rogers specializes in Environmental Philosophy , 19th Century Philosophy , and Continental Philosophy of Religion . His work engages with post-Spinozist ethical frameworks, the philosophy of nature in Schelling and Merleau-Ponty, and theological questions in Kierkegaard. He also explores themes of empathy, ecological conversion, and the role of myth in understanding human-animal kinship. The trends in his publications highlight a focus on continental environmental ethics , dissociation of faith , and post-Spinozist ecological thought . His articles often analyze tensions between autonomy and submission, human and nonhuman agency, and the role of psychoanalysis in environmental philosophy. Rogers teaches within the Catholic intellectual tradition and advocates for relational ethics that bridge individual uniqueness with communal and ecological responsibility.
Michael Vazquez is a Teaching Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he also serves as Associate Director of the Parr Center for Ethics and Director of Outreach. His work bridges academic philosophy with public engagement, bringing philosophical reflection to diverse communities including K-12 schools, community colleges, libraries, prisons, museums, and retirement communities. His educational background includes: PhD in Philosophy from the University of Pennsylvania (2020) Post-baccalaureate program in Classical Studies from the University of Pennsylvania (2015) BA in Philosophy and Humanities from Villanova University (2014) Visiting student in Philosophy at Blackfriars Hall, University of Oxford (2013) Vazquez's research focuses on Ancient Greek & Roman philosophy, with particular attention to Cicero, Stoicism, and their connections to contemporary ethical theory. He advocates for publicly engaged philosophy and interdisciplinary collaboration, working with campus and community partners to promote philosophical and humanistic reflection across diverse settings. His work with TED-Ed produces accessible videos on real-world ethical dilemmas, while his research projects assess philosophy's impact on intellectual and moral virtues across the lifespan. His publications reveal a strong interest in the intersection of ancient philosophy with contemporary ethical education, particularly through initiatives like Ethics Bowl. His recent work has examined how studying philosophy develops critical thinking skills, with analyses spanning over 600,000 college graduates. Among his notable achievements is being awarded an Institutional Impact Grant of $789,618 from the Educating Character Initiative for the Educating for the Virtues of Attention (EVA) project, a three-year campus-wide initiative designed to help students develop intellectual and ethical habits of attention essential for learning, reflection, and civic life. Vazquez is actively involved in mentoring and community engagement, designing experiential education courses where UNC undergraduates coach high school Ethics Bowl teams across the country. He developed the "Toolkit Approach" to ethical reasoning, providing students with conceptual resources to navigate ethical dilemmas rather than algorithmic solutions.
Elliott Thornley is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Global Priorities Institute, University of Oxford, and a Philosophy Fellow at the Center for AI Safety. His academic role involves advanced research in ethics and decision theory, particularly as they apply to artificial intelligence and long-term societal challenges. Thornley holds a DPhil (PhD) from the University of Oxford, focusing on normative ethics and population axiology. His research bridges theoretical philosophy with practical applications, addressing topics such as AI safety, catastrophic risk mitigation, and ethical frameworks for artificial agents. Key research themes include population ethics (e.g., procreation asymmetry, critical levels), decision-theoretic approaches to AI control (e.g., shutdownable agents), and the moral implications of longtermism. His work combines formal methods with philosophical analysis to tackle dilemmas in both human and artificial decision-making systems. Notable publications explore the shutdown problem in AI engineering, dilemmas in person-affecting ethics, and the limitations of longtermism in policy prioritization. Thornley’s interdisciplinary approach integrates philosophy, computer science, and public policy to address pressing existential risks and ethical challenges in technology. He is affiliated with the Global Priorities Institute and the Center for AI Safety, contributing to initiatives that aim to align advanced technologies with long-term human flourishing. His research has been published in journals like Analysis , Philosophical Studies , and Economics and Philosophy .
Dr hab. Artur Timofiejew is a Professor at the Department of Polish Literature History, within the Faculty of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS). His research focuses on Polish Enlightenment and preromantic literature, literary criticism, Classicism, and the cultural and textual representation of ruins. Institution: Maria Curie-Skłodowska University School: Faculty of Languages, Literatures and Cultures Department: Department of Polish Literature History Academic Rank: Professor Timofiejew's work spans literary analysis of 18th- and 19th-century Polish texts, emphasizing cultural memory, educational novels, and the intersection of primitive culture with Enlightenment ideals. He has contributed to edited volumes and multi-author projects, including editions of historical manuscripts and co-editorship of cultural studies monographs. His recent publications explore themes such as axiological dimensions in Krasicki's works, textual representations of ruins, and the influence of classical translation. He collaborates with institutions like the Polish Society for 18th-Century Studies and Adam Mickiewicz Literary Society. Timofiejew's current affiliations and ongoing research suggest sustained engagement with Polish literary history and critical theory.
