جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Rainer Enskatمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• European Enlightenment Studies
• Kantian Philosophy
• Epistemology
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Prof. Dr. Rainer Enskat is a leading scholar in theoretical philosophy at the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg , affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy I and Department of Philosophy . His work focuses on Kantian philosophy, the European Enlightenment, epistemology, political philosophy, and the intersections of philosophy with science, religion, and ethics. Research Interests: Enlightenment, Kant's theory of experience, judgment and autonomy, philosophy of science, political philosophy, and Heidegger-Kant comparative studies. Notable Contributions: Authored foundational works like Conditions of Enlightenment (2008) and Judgment and Experience (2015, 2020). Edited conference proceedings and contributed to dialogues between Confucian and Western philosophy. Publications: Over 60 major works spanning 1978–2024, including monographs, essays, and critical responses to Gettier problems, Heidegger, and Rousseau. Leadership: Managed the Interdisciplinary Centre for the Study of the European Enlightenment (2005–2007) and co-edited Methodus international journal. Advising & Editorial Roles: Supervised collaborative research through edited volumes and international conferences, including the Kant in Asia symposium (2009). Participated in academic networks addressing modernity, technology, and political judgment.

• Epistemology
• Moral Psychology
• Experimental Philosophy
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Wesley Buckwalter is a philosopher and Permanent Faculty Member at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich with previous affiliations at University of Manchester and George Mason University. His research spans epistemology, cognitive science, moral psychology, and experimental philosophy. Buckwalter's work focuses on the relationship between ability judgments and moral/epistemic responsibility, examining how concepts of disability, psychopathology, and implicit bias affect philosophical reasoning. His research program investigates foundational questions about free will, moral responsibility, and knowledge attribution through both traditional philosophical analysis and empirical methods. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent trajectory exploring how ability considerations shape moral judgments, the cognitive mechanisms underlying epistemic injustice, and the relationship between knowledge and belief. Buckwalter's work bridges philosophical inquiry with cognitive science, positioning him at the forefront of experimental philosophy. Buckwalter maintains an active research profile with publications in top philosophy journals including Philosophical Studies, Erkenntnis, and Australasian Journal of Philosophy. His work has been featured on academic platforms including Pubmed, Philpapers, Google Scholar, and the Open Science Framework. As an educator and communicator, Buckwalter has developed teaching resources in philosophy and hosts a podcast interviewing philosophers and cognitive scientists about their research. His approach emphasizes integrating empirical findings with traditional philosophical inquiry to address fundamental questions about human cognition and moral judgment.

• Epistemology
• Philosophy of Language
• Metaphysics
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John Patrick Hawthorne is a Professor of Philosophy at the Dianoia Institute of Philosophy within the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy. His work primarily focuses on advanced topics in epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of language, and formal logic. He has contributed extensively to debates around knowledge safety, counterfactuals, modal logic, and the philosophy of religious belief. Notable research areas include the analysis of skeptical scenarios, the nature of propositional attitudes, and the application of formal methods to epistemological problems. Hawthorne’s recent publications explore themes such as counterfactual contamination, epistemic akrasia, and the boundaries of metaphysical possibility. His research demonstrates a deep engagement with both classical philosophical questions and contemporary analytic methodologies, including dynamic logic and probabilistic frameworks. Collaborations with co-authors like Yoaav Isaacs and Juhani Yli-Vakkuri have produced influential work on topics ranging from narrow content theories to the ethics of statistical evidence in legal contexts. While no specific awards or grants are listed, his prolific publication record reflects sustained academic excellence across multiple subfields. Hawthorne’s contributions maintain a focus on rigorously addressing foundational issues in philosophy while engaging with interdisciplinary tools from logic and decision theory.

Rodrigo Borgesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Epistemology
• Philosophy of Language
• Philosophy of Mind
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Dr. Rodrigo Borges is an Assistant Instructional Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Florida. He holds a PhD in Philosophy from Rutgers University. His research focuses on epistemology, with particular interests in the Gettier problem, formal epistemology, and the history of philosophy (especially Plato and Descartes). He is currently pursuing a project on 'Knowledge and Reasoning,' integrating traditional and formal methods across epistemology, metaphysics, and psychology. Dr. Borges has edited several volumes, including Illuminating Errors: New Essays on Knowledge from Non-Knowledge (Routledge, 2023) and co-edited special issues in Synthese and Manuscrito . His work bridges analytical philosophy with historical and interdisciplinary approaches. Research Interests : Epistemology: Gettier problem, epistemic justification, anti-luck epistemology Philosophy of Mind: theories of knowledge and belief History of Philosophy: pre-modern epistemology and rationalism Formal Methods: logical analysis of epistemic concepts Recent Publications : His recent articles explore themes like diachronic epistemic thresholds, group knowledge, and historical precedents to the Gettier problem. These works emphasize methodological pluralism in addressing core epistemological challenges. Presentations : He has presented at venues like the Penn-Rutgers-Princeton Social Epistemology Conference and the Meeting of the National Association of Graduate Programs in Philosophy. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. His advising and grant activities remain unspecified in the current data. He has no listed lab or collaborative team affiliations.

Patrick Rysiewمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Epistemology
• Early Modern Philosophy
• Philosophy of Language
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Dr. Patrick Rysiew is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Philosophy at the University of Victoria, Faculty of Humanities. He joined the department in 2006. His research focuses on epistemology, early modern philosophy (especially Thomas Reid), philosophy of language and mind, and cognitive science. He holds a BA from Simon Fraser University, MA from Dalhousie University, and PhD from the University of Arizona. His recent work explores social dimensions of knowledge attributions, epistemic contextualism, and Reid’s contributions to epistemology. Key publications include analyses of Reid’s first principles, the Gettier problem, and the relationship between naturalism and epistemic externalism. He has contributed to major reference works like the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy and the Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy . Dr. Rysiew’s awards include the Philosophical Quarterly Essay Prize (2001). He has edited special journal issues on Thomas Reid and serves on the editorial board of the Canadian Journal of Philosophy . His teaching spans epistemology, philosophy of perception, and early modern philosophy.

Sarah Songhorianمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Moral Philosophy
• Neuroethics
• Empathy Studies
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Sarah Songhorian is a Researcher (RTD-A) in Moral Philosophy at the Faculty of Philosophy, University Vita-Salute San Raffaele. She is Vice-President of the Master’s Program in Philosophy, Politics, and Public Affairs (PPPA) jointly run with the University of Milan. Her research integrates ethics with cognitive sciences, focusing on empathy, moral cognition, and neuroethics. She serves as Treasurer and Board Member of the Italian Society of Neuroethics and Philosophy of Neuroscience. Education: PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience and Philosophy of Mind (2015), University Vita-Salute San Raffaele & IUSS Pavia Master’s in Philosophy of Mind, Person, City, and History (2011), University Vita-Salute San Raffaele Bachelor’s in Philosophy of Practices (2009), University Vita-Salute San Raffaele Research Interests: She explores the intersection of moral philosophy and cognitive science, particularly the role of empathy in ethics, moral decision-making, and neuroethical challenges in emerging technologies. Her work addresses topics like moral responsibility in deterministic frameworks, cross-cultural moral intuitions, and the ethics of artificial intelligence. Recent Projects: Membro del FISR 2020 CoRC (analyzing compliance with pandemic regulations) PRIN 2017 (applied ethics of scientific advancements) Intellectual Humility and Cultural Diversity in Philosophy (2013-2014) Awards: 2018 NOUS Adam Smith Prize for work on Adam Smith’s sympathy theories 2016 SIFM Young Researcher Award Teaching: Courses include History of Moral Philosophy, Neuroethics, and Ethics of Human Enhancement. She co-teaches interdisciplinary courses on scientific discovery and bioethics.

James Duncan Summerfordمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Metaphysics
• Epistemology
• Philosophy of Science
• +۶ مورد دیگر

James Duncan Summerford is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at the Ohio University–Lancaster campus, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. He has been a core faculty member since 1999, contributing to undergraduate education and philosophical scholarship in metaphysics and epistemology. Education: Ph.D. in Philosophy, The Ohio State University (1997) M.A. in Philosophy, The Ohio State University (1990) B.A. in English & Philosophy, Oberlin College (1988) His research centers on metaphysics and epistemology, with a focus on the problem of universals, virtue epistemology, and the philosophical foundations of science and religion. He has critically engaged with the work of David Armstrong, particularly on realism, instantiation, and laws of nature. His interdisciplinary interests extend into logic, ethics, philosophy of religion, and the metaphysics of death. The published articles reflect a sustained engagement with analytic metaphysics and epistemology, particularly in the tradition of Armstrong and contemporary virtue-based theories. His work bridges technical metaphysical debates with broader epistemic and religious questions, showing a consistent interest in how abstract entities and epistemic norms function in philosophical explanation. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Phi Theta Kappa Professor of the Year (2004) Included in Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers (2004, 2002) Pan Hellenic Award for Teaching Excellence, Auburn University (1999) William H. Fink Award (Second Prize) for philosophical writing (1997) Graduate Fellowship, The Ohio State University (1995) He has served as a referee for the Ohio Philosophical Association and has delivered commentaries on peer work. He has also held leadership roles in academic and community service, including co-chairing the United Way Campaign at Ohio University–Lancaster. He has taught a wide array of courses including Symbolic Logic, Environmental Ethics, and Philosophy of Science, demonstrating a strong commitment to liberal arts education. While there is no mention of a research lab or formal team, his academic service, conference participation, and collaborative work (e.g., co-authoring with James Barron) indicate active engagement within the philosophical community.

• Epistemology
• History of modern philosophy
• Philosophy of skepticism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Martin Nuhlíček is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Philosophy and History of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Comenius University in Bratislava. He has held this position since completing his PhD studies at the same institution in 2012. His academic background includes: 2003-2008: Mgr. in Philosophy at Faculty of Arts, Comenius University, Bratislava (Diploma thesis: "Skepticism and Common Sense") 2008-2012: PhD in Systematic Philosophy at Faculty of Arts, Comenius University, Bratislava (Dissertation: "Internalism and Externalism in Epistemological Theories of Justification and the Problem of Skepticism") Nuhlíček's research focuses primarily on epistemology, with special interest in skepticism, internalism and externalism, naturalism, and the philosophy of Thomas Reid. His work explores fundamental questions about knowledge, justification, and the relationship between common sense and philosophical inquiry. He approaches these topics through both historical analysis of philosophical traditions and contemporary epistemological debates, often examining how these theories interact with broader philosophical frameworks. His scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent engagement with core epistemological problems, particularly the Gettier problem, the viability of externalist theories of justification, and the enduring relevance of common sense philosophy. His research shows an evolution from examining specific epistemological problems to investigating broader philosophical programs like naturalism. His notable achievement includes: Comenius University Rector's Award for an Excellent Diploma Thesis Nuhlíček has been actively involved in multiple research projects funded by prestigious organizations including APVV and VEGA. His current research focuses on naturalism as a universal philosophical program and naturalism and constructivism as competing or complementary programs. He teaches courses in epistemology, metaethics, and fundamentals of philosophy, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate education in philosophy. Since 2008, he has been a member of the Slovak Philosophical Association at the Slovak Academy of Sciences, demonstrating his commitment to the broader philosophical community.

Martin Nuhlicekمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Epistemology
• Naturalism
• Philosophical skepticism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Martin Nuhlicek is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Philosophy and History of Philosophy , Faculty of Arts, Comenius University in Bratislava . His academic focus lies in epistemology with special emphasis on naturalism, skepticism, and internalism/externalism debates. He teaches courses in epistemology , history of modern philosophy , and development of philosophical competencies . Active in research projects including APVV grants on naturalism, constructivism, and science-society interactions Recipient of the Comenius University Rector's Award for thesis excellence Nuhlicek's recent publications explore normativity in naturalized epistemology, epistemic cooperation, and the value of knowledge through pluralistic frameworks. Scientific Awards Comenius University Rector's Award for Excellent Diploma Thesis

Randy Ridenourمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Metaphysics
• Epistemology
• Philosophy of Religion
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Randy Ridenour is a Professor of Philosophy at Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU), where he has served on the faculty since 2000. Based in Montgomery Hall, he holds a Ph.D. from the University of Oklahoma and integrates military experience as an Army Reserve chaplain—including active duty during the Iraq War—with his academic work in philosophical inquiry and pedagogy. His educational background includes: B.A. from the University of Oklahoma M.A. from the University of Oklahoma Ph.D. from the University of Oklahoma (Dissertation: "An Essentialist Theory of Modality") Ridenour's research spans metaphysics (particularly modal theory), epistemology (focusing on Gettier problems and truth conditions), and philosophy of religion (examining naturalism and theism through Bayesian frameworks). His work extends to philosophy of mind (Gödel's implications for AI), logic, historical analysis of ancient/modern philosophy, and aesthetics. He actively innovates in humanities education through technology integration. His scholarly output reveals consistent engagement with foundational questions across eras: the 2000 presentation on probabilistic reasoning in religious epistemology represents his most recent theoretical contribution, while 1997 works demonstrate interdisciplinary reach—from technology-enhanced medieval pedagogy to critiques of computational consciousness and epistemological debates. This trajectory highlights dual commitments to rigorous metaphysical analysis and practical educational advancement. No scientific awards are documented in available sources. Ridenour mentors undergraduate philosophy students through courses like Metaphysics (PHIL 4603) and Epistemology (PHIL 3653), though specific advisees and grant funding details remain unlisted in public materials.

Boris Babicمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Artificial Intelligence Ethics
• Law and AI Policy
• Bayesian Inference
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Boris Babic is an HKU100 Associate Professor of Data Science, Philosophy, and Law at the University of Hong Kong. He holds cross-appointments in these disciplines and serves as a principal investigator at the AI and Humanity Lab. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto (Department of Statistical Sciences) and INSEAD. His education includes a JD from Harvard Law School and PhD in Philosophy from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Research focuses on the ethical, legal, and policy implications of AI/ML, particularly in healthcare and generative systems, alongside foundational Bayesian statistics and epistemology. Key areas include algorithmic fairness, machine bias mitigation, and legal frameworks for AI governance. His interdisciplinary work bridges philosophy, law, and data science. Grants include leadership roles in projects such as 'The Legal and Ethical Foundations of Generative Models' (HKU) and 'Regulating the AI Lifecycle' (DOSS, ECE). He has been awarded grants from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, the Connaught Labs Fund, and the Schwartz Reisman Institute. Teaches at undergraduate, graduate, and executive levels across statistics, philosophy, and decision-making. Prior to academia, practiced law at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, representing clients in high-profile intellectual property disputes, including the 'doll wars' litigation between Mattel and MGA.

Anthony Boothمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ethics of Belief
• Epistemology
• Philosophy of Mind
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anthony Booth is a Professor of Ethics and Epistemology at the University of Sussex's School of Media, Arts and Humanities. He holds a Ph.D. from Durham University (2006) and has held academic positions at institutions including Queen's University Belfast, Utrecht University, and UNAM. His research focuses on the ethics of belief, epistemology, philosophy of mind, and Islamic philosophy, with a particular interest in de-colonizing philosophical discourse. He co-led a 5-year, €1.3m project on applied epistemology and ethics (2013–2017), funded by NWO and collaborating with Groningen and Cambridge Universities. Booth is a founder of the Southern Normativity Group (SoNG), exploring normative theory intersections. Research Interests: Normative ethics of belief, including Ash'arite voluntarism and Islamic moderate evidentialism Epistemic justification, fallibilism, and the Gettier problem Philosophy of mind: belief structure, alief, and doxastic voluntarism Political philosophy: Rawlsian liberal pluralism, public reason, and Islamic political legitimacy Applied ethics in finance and free expression Grants & Projects: Trusting Banks Project (2013–2017): Investigating epistemic and ethical dimensions of financial trust Normativity and German Idealism grants (2015) from Hegel Society and UK Kant Society His work bridges analytic philosophy with Islamic thought, emphasizing non-Orientalist engagement. He contributes to interdisciplinary debates through publications and serves as an external examiner at the University of Kent and Southampton.

Job de Grefteمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Business Ethics
• Sustainability
• Epistemology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Job de Grefte is an Assistant Professor of Business Ethics and Sustainability at the University of Groningen, affiliated with the Faculty of Economics and Business and the Department of Economics, Econometrics and Finance — Management. His research focuses on intersections of business ethics, sustainability, epistemology, argumentation theory, and philosophy of science. He has contributed to debates on sustainable finance, epistemic justification, and moral psychology through peer-reviewed articles and international presentations. Key research interests include analyzing ethical dimensions of financial practices, exploring foundational questions in epistemology (e.g., justified true belief, epistemic luck), and advancing argumentation frameworks in academic discourse. His work frequently engages with sustainability challenges, such as greenwashing in financial sectors, and cross-cultural moral judgments through experimental philosophy. Recent publications address topics like modal criteria for epistemic argumentation, structural validity of ethical scales, and causal theories of knowledge. He actively participates in academic activities, including presentations on interventionist approaches to knowledge and paternalism in ethics. De Grefte’s contributions extend to public engagement through media discussions on topics like online teaching and philosophical concepts. Despite extensive research output, no student advisees or formal awards are explicitly listed in available records.

• Epistemology
• Philosophy of Religion
• Metaphysics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marek Pepliński is a Lecturer at the Institute of Philosophy, Sociology and Journalism within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Gdańsk . He earned his Master of Philosophy from the Catholic University of Lublin (1994) and a PhD in Humanities from the same institution (2003), focusing on Alvin Plantinga's epistemology of religion. Research areas: Epistemology , Philosophy of Religion , Metaphysics , and Philosophical Theology . Key themes: Rationality of belief , Divine attributes , Religious epistemology , and Analytic philosophy . His 15 most recent publications (2001–2023) address topics like divine foreknowledge and human freedom , epistemic justification , critiques of Richard Dawkins' atheism , and analyses of Alvin Plantinga's work . His articles engage with Thomas Aquinas , Nelson Pike , and Schellenberg's hiddenness argument , emphasizing compatibility of faith and reason . He serves on editorial boards of journals like Filo-Sofija and Forum Philosophicum , and is a member of organizations including the European Society of Philosophy of Religion and the Society of Christian Philosophers . His teaching includes courses on logic , ethics , and philosophy of religion at institutions such as the Higher School of Economics in Bydgoszcz and Uniwersytet Kazimierza Wielkiego .

Mylan Engel Jr.مشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Epistemology
• Ethics
• Animal Ethics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mylan Engel Jr. is a Professor at the Department of Philosophy , Northern Illinois University , where he has taught since 1992. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Arizona and is recognized as a Presidential Engagement Professor and Distinguished Teaching Professor . His research spans Epistemology , Ethics , Animal and Environmental Ethics , Philosophy of Food , and Philosophy of Religion . Education: Ph.D., University of Arizona Engel’s teaching philosophy emphasizes radically reflective thinking , aiming to inspire students to question beliefs and engage in self-examination. His courses include Introduction to Philosophy , Animal Ethics , Environmental Ethics , and advanced seminars on Epistemology and Ethics . He has received the Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award (2009) and employs varied pedagogical methods to ensure accessibility and critical engagement. His most recent publications focus on animal rights , epistemic luck , and moral philosophy , analyzing topics such as the theistic implications of ontological arguments and the ethical considerations of vegetarianism . Engel’s work has been featured in journals like International Journal for Philosophy of Religion , Metaphilosophy , and The Southern Journal of Philosophy .