Katalin Farkas is a Professor of Philosophy at the Central European University (CEU), where she has been affiliated since 2000. She previously taught at Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest. Her primary research areas are philosophy of mind and epistemology, with a focus on topics like intentionality, knowledge-wh, and Cartesian philosophy. She is author of The Subject's Point of View (2008) and currently working on The Unity of Knowledge . Dr. Farkas holds a PhD and DSc from the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and an MA in Mathematics and Philosophy from Eötvös Loránd University. She has held visiting positions at institutions including the University of Sydney, the Center for Subjectivity Research in Copenhagen, and Newnham College Cambridge. From 2010–2014, she served as CEU’s Provost and Academic Pro-Rector, and later as Head of the Philosophy Department (2007–2010 and 2020–2024). Her honors include membership in the Academia Europaea (2012) and presidency of the European Society for Analytic Philosophy (2020–2023). Her work explores themes such as extended mind theories, phenomenal consciousness, and the relationship between belief and knowledge, challenging reductionist approaches to knowledge types.
Professor Jesper Kallestrup holds the Chair in Philosophy at the University of Aberdeen, part of the School of Divinity, History, Philosophy & Art History. He completed his PhD in Philosophy at the University of St Andrews (2001) and held previous academic roles at the University of Edinburgh and University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on epistemology, philosophy of mind, metaphysics, philosophy of language, and methodological issues in philosophy. He leads the AHRC-funded Digital Knowledge project and serves as Director of Research in his school. Key research interests include group knowledge dynamics, extended epistemology, and social epistemology. His publications span over 50 peer-reviewed articles and books, emphasizing collective epistemic processes and cognitive integration. He coordinates courses like Social Epistemology and supervises PhD students in related areas. Kallestrup is actively involved in interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Centre for Knowledge and Society, exploring digital epistemology and public pedagogy. Notably absent are formal awards or fellowships, though his extensive grant leadership reflects scholarly impact. He advises on doctoral research and maintains teaching responsibilities while contributing to institutional governance roles such as Programme Director for the MLitt in Philosophy and Society.
Peter Bjorklund Jr. is a Lecturer in the Human Developmental Sciences program at the University of California San Diego (UCSD), where he also holds a postdoc appointment in the Education Sciences (EDS) department. His academic journey includes a B.A. in History from Occidental College, an M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction from Santa Clara University, an Ed.M. in International Educational Development from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a Ph.D. in Education from UCSD (2021). Research Focus: Social networks, belonging, trust, identity, and well-being in K-16 contexts Teaching: HDS 181 – Experimental Projects in Human Development His research explores teacher identity formation, preservice/early-career teacher social networks, and educational challenges in crisis contexts. Notable work includes a mixed-methods study on teacher network dynamics and a focus on urban refugee education policy in Kenya. He has published extensively on STEM pathways, educational equity, and pandemic-era digital learning. Professional Background: Seven years as a high school social studies teacher in the San Francisco Bay Area, followed by roles in international educational development and teacher training. Active in research partnerships to improve classroom inclusion and educator support systems.
Prof. Dominik Perler holds the rank of Professor of Philosophy at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin since 2003 and co-directs the Humanities Research Center “Human Abilities” (since 2020). Previously, he was Professor of Philosophy at the University of Basel (1997–2003) and held visiting appointments at institutions including Princeton University, UCLA, and the École Normale Supérieure in Paris. His research focuses on medieval and early modern philosophy, particularly the history of philosophy of mind and metaphysics. Key areas include theories of intentionality, faculty psychology, and debates on substance and causation. He has served as President of the German Society for Philosophy (2014–2017) and the European Society for Early Modern Philosophy (2007–2010). Notable honors include the Gottfried-Wilhelm-Leibniz-Preis (2006) and an honorary doctorate from Université catholique de Louvain (2014). His work bridges historical scholarship with contemporary philosophy, addressing questions about personal identity, epistemological foundations, and the evolution of metaphysical concepts. Publications include influential studies like Eine Person sein (2020) and edited volumes on early modern causation. His research groups have explored topics ranging from hylomorphism to the history of emotions, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary historical philosophy.
David Bourget is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Western University and serves as the Director of the Centre for Digital Philosophy . He holds a PhD from the Australian National University (2010) and a BSc in Computer Science from L'Université Laval (2002). His research focuses on consciousness, intentionality, and digital philosophy , with a special emphasis on the intersection of AI and philosophical inquiry through projects like PhilPapers.org. Education: PhD, Australian National University (2010) BSc, L'Université Laval (2002) Key Research Areas: Philosophy of Mind Philosophy of Language Digital Philosophy Infrastructure Metaphilosophy His recent publications explore topics such as phenomenal intentionality, representationalism, and debunking theories . The Centre for Digital Philosophy , which he leads, maintains major resources like PhilPapers, PhilPeople, and PhilEvents, supported by CFI and ORF grants . He actively collaborates with philosophers like Angela Mendelovici on intentionality and representational theories.
Daphne A. Brooks is William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of African American Studies, American Studies, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and Music at Yale University, where she contributes to interdisciplinary scholarship at the highest level. Her academic home is in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, with primary affiliation in the Department of African American Studies. Her research centers on Black feminist theory, sound and music studies, African American performance, and popular culture. Brooks examines how race, gender, and sonic expression intersect in cultural production, especially through the lens of Black women’s intellectual and artistic labor. Her work bridges academic scholarship and public engagement, appearing in peer-reviewed journals and major outlets like The New York Times , The Nation , and Pitchfork . The 15 most recent publications reflect a deep commitment to Black feminist sound, cultural history, and critical listening. Her articles and books analyze figures such as Nina Simone, Prince, Aretha Franklin, Zora Neale Hurston, and Toni Morrison, revealing how music functions as a site of resistance, identity, and revolution. Themes include sonic archives, Black female vocality, genre disruption, and the intellectual life of popular music. Her work has been recognized with numerous awards, including: Errol Hill Award (ASTR) Museum of African American History Stone Book Award (2021) Before Columbus Foundation American Book Award (2022) ASTR Barnard Hewitt Award (2022) Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ralph J. Gleason Music Book Award (2022) ASCAP Deems Taylor/Virgil Thomson Award (2021) PROSE Award in Music & the Performing Arts (2022) Brooks has advised and mentored emerging scholars through her role as co-editor of the 33 1/3 Sound series and as co-founder of Yale’s Black Sound & the Archive Working Group. She curated the international conference Blackstar Rising & The Purple Reign , which will result in an edited volume. While specific grant details are not mentioned, her book projects with FSG and Duke University Press indicate major scholarly support and institutional backing. She co-founded and co-directs the Black Sound & the Archive Working Group at Yale, a humanities initiative exploring sonic archives and Black cultural memory. This collaborative space fosters interdisciplinary research on sound, race, and history, positioning her as a leader in emerging fields of Black sound studies.
Tarjei Mandt Larsen is an Associate Professor of Philosophy and Methodology at the Department of Accounting and Law, UiS School of Business, University of Stavanger. His academic work bridges philosophy with methodology, particularly in the domain of phenomenology and epistemology. Position: Associate Professor Institution: University of Stavanger School: UiS School of Business Department: Department of Accounting and Law Email: tarjei.m.larsen@uis.no Office: EOJ SV-213 Phone: 51833757 His research focuses on Husserlian phenomenology, examining themes such as perceptual justification, intentionality, the epoché, and the constitution of experience. He has also extended his inquiry into the philosophy of computer games and virtual objects, exploring the ontological and experiential status of digital entities. The recent publications reveal a consistent trajectory in 20th-century continental philosophy, particularly in Husserl and McDowell. The works span journals like Mind , Studia Phenomenologica , and Norwegian Philosophical Journal , indicating high scholarly engagement. Keywords across these articles include phenomenology, epistemology, intentionality, and virtual reality, with sub-fields emphasizing transcendental analysis, cognitive justification, and digital ontology. No scientific awards are listed in the provided text. Larsen has co-authored books and chapters with scholars such as John Richard Sagang and Hallvard Fossheim, particularly in edited volumes on the philosophy of computer games and non-conceptual experience. While no direct mention of students or grants is made, his long-standing publication record since the 1990s suggests sustained research activity and academic leadership. He has participated in numerous research seminars and international conferences, indicating active involvement in the global philosophy community. He has contributed to public discourse through op-eds in Stavanger Aftenblad and other newspapers, discussing topics ranging from philosophy in society to educational initiatives. His work in dissemination reflects a commitment to making philosophical inquiry accessible beyond academia.
André Mata is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Psychology, University of Lisbon, where he coordinates the Masters in Cognitive and Social Psychology. His academic work focuses on social cognition, judgment and decision-making, metacognition, and moral psychology. Research Interests: Social Cognition, Judgment & Decision-Making, Metacognition, Reasoning, Moral Judgment Projects: Fighting pluralistic ignorance to defeat prejudice (PTDC/PSI-GER/7592/2020), Psychology of the living and the dead (BIAL 2020) His recent publications explore motivated reasoning, bias blind spots, prediction-comprehension discrepancies, and metacognitive biases in science perception. Articles often examine self-other differences, social amplification of cognitive distortions, and moral judgment mechanisms. He teaches modules such as Judgment and Decision under Uncertainty , Motivated Thinking , and Societal Challenges: Psychological Themes . His work is affiliated with CICPSI and ProAdapt research groups at the University of Lisbon.
Joseph Schear is an Associate Professor and Official Student and Tutor in Philosophy at Christ Church, University of Oxford. He holds a B.A. in Philosophy and Cognitive Science from the University of California, San Diego, and a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Chicago. Before joining Oxford in 2008, he served as an Assistant Professor at California Polytechnic State University. His research focuses on the intersection of philosophy of mind and post-Kantian European philosophy, particularly the phenomenological tradition. Key areas include self-consciousness, historicity of conceptual schemes, and the phenomenology of affective life. He is currently completing a book on intentionality, drawing on Husserl and early Heidegger, and exploring themes like the intelligibility of moods and agency in mind. His publications span essays in journals like Philosophical Studies and Midwest Studies in Philosophy , as well as edited volumes such as Mind, Reason, and Being-in-the-World (Routledge, 2012). He co-convenes the Post-Kantian European Philosophy Seminar and edits the European Journal of Philosophy . Current projects include studies on Sartre’s theory of others, the relationship between phenomenology and Kantianism, and philosophical approaches to psychopathology.
Christoph Durt is a philosopher and lecturer at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), focusing on the intersection of philosophy, digitalization, and AI. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Santa Cruz (2012), and has held academic positions across institutions including UC Berkeley, the University of Vienna, and the University of Heidelberg. His research explores philosophical foundations of digital technology, phenomenology, and the history of philosophy. Education: Studied Philosophy, Psychology, Computer Linguistics, and Intercultural Communication at universities in Heidelberg, Tucson (Arizona), and Munich. Completed his PhD at UCSC under advisors including Julian Nida-Rümelin and David Hoy. Research Interests Philosophy of AI and Digital Transformation Phenomenology of Subjectivity and Embodiment History of Philosophy (Ancient, Descartes, Kant, Nietzsche) Intercultural and Latin American Philosophy His work challenges reductive views of consciousness, emphasizing the role of embodiment and intersubjectivity in human experience. Grants & Projects Lead of the German Society for Philosophy’s 'Digital Philosophical Foundations' group (since 2022) Marie Curie Fellowships (2013–2018, 2021–2023) VolkswagenStiftung-funded project on AI integration (2020–2021) Labs & Collaborations Active in interdisciplinary networks like the Parmenides Foundation and FRIAS, focusing on digital ethics and AI’s societal impact.
Bettina Kubicek is Professor of Work and Organizational Psychology at the University of Graz, Faculty of Natural Sciences, where she leads research in the Smart Regulation profile area and contributes to the Human Factor in Digital Transformation and Brain and Behavior research networks. Her work bridges psychological theory with practical organizational challenges in contemporary workplaces. Her research spans work psychology, organizational psychology, and economic psychology with emphases on flexible work arrangements, work intensification, and human-robot collaboration. She investigates cognitive demands of flexible work, work-home interface dynamics, and digital transformation impacts through diary studies and experimental designs. Recent work explores telework challenges, AI in HR, and trust mechanisms in human-robot teams during disaster response. Analysis of her recent publications reveals growing focus on human-robot interaction in Industry 4.0, cognitive aspects of telework, and cross-cultural validation of work addiction scales. Her methodology combines intensive longitudinal designs with physiological measures, increasingly incorporating VR interfaces and AI-driven personnel selection experiments. Scientific awards include: Wirtschaftskammerpreis for project 'Flexible Arbeitsbedingungen und die Vereinbarkeit von Beruf und Familie' (2015) Innovationspreis der Universität Wien (2012) Multiple research stipends for University of Wisconsin-Madison stays (2005-2008) She has secured significant competitive grants including FWF-funded 'Cognitive demands of flexible work: Risks and challenges' (2017-2022) and FFG-supported 'Enabling and Assessing Trust when Cooperating with Robots in Disaster Response' (2021-2023), examining trust calibration and cognitive load in human-robot teams. Current projects address evidence-based guidelines for ICT use in work-life boundaries. As core member of the Human Factor in Digital Transformation network, she collaborates with engineers, computer scientists, and healthcare professionals to develop human-centered technological solutions, particularly in healthcare robotics and disaster response systems.
Andrea Rota is an Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Oslo's Department of Cultural Studies and Oriental Languages. Previously, he held positions as Assistant Professor at the University of Bern (2017-2023) and research roles at the University of Fribourg. His academic credentials include a Habilitation (2020) and PhD (2011) in Religious Studies from Swiss institutions, complemented by a Certificate in Higher Education from the University of Bern. Rota's research examines contemporary religiosity with emphasis on: Religion-society interactions post-WWII Media adaptation by religious groups (particularly evangelicals and Jehovah's Witnesses) COVID-19's impact on religious/secular narratives 1960s academic-religious innovation connections Theoretical frameworks including collective intentionality and emic-etic distinctions His publications demonstrate consistent focus on religion-media dynamics (30% of recent works), historical analyses of religious change (25%), and methodological innovation (20%). Most articles engage with contemporary religious movements through interdisciplinary lenses combining sociology, media studies, and philosophy. Rota serves as Co-PI for the NFP80 project How Worldviews Shape Social Responsibility examining COVID-19 narratives, and holds the position of Treasurer for the International Association for the History of Religions. He maintains research affiliations with the University of Bern and participates in the 'Religion and Politics' research group.
Tony Cheng is an Associate Professor (non-tenure-track) at Waseda Institute for Advanced Study, Waseda University since April 2024. His interdisciplinary research bridges philosophy, cognitive science, and neuroscience with particular emphasis on the philosophical foundations of perception, consciousness, and bodily awareness. Cheng maintains an active research program with significant publications in top journals across multiple disciplines. Education Background: MSc in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health from King's College London (2019-2021) PhD from University College London, Department of Philosophy (2015-2019) MPhil from University College London, Department of Philosophy (2012-2014) MA from City University of New York, Graduate Center, Department of Philosophy (2010-2012) Cheng's research focuses on transcendental arguments, bodily awareness, attention, consciousness, and perception. His work uniquely combines rigorous philosophical analysis with empirical cognitive neuroscience, creating a bridge between abstract philosophical concepts and measurable cognitive phenomena. He has made significant contributions to understanding perspectival shape perception, the relationship between tactile and visual cognition, and the epistemological foundations of consciousness studies. His recent publications reveal a clear trajectory toward increasingly interdisciplinary work that integrates philosophical methodology with empirical neuroscience. Cheng's research shows particular strength in examining Molyneux's question from both historical and contemporary perspectives, investigating how perspectival properties are represented across sensory modalities, and developing frameworks for understanding the relationship between artificial intelligence and human cognition. Scientific Awards: Scholarly Monograph Award in the Humanities and Social Sciences (2022.12) from Academia Sinica Cheng actively participates in academic leadership as Director of Logic, Methodology and Philosophy of Science and Technology (LMPST) since January 2025, and previously served as Supervisor (2022.02-2024.12) and Academic Committee Member for the Center for Traditional & Scientific Metaphysics. His teaching includes courses on Mind and Consciousness at both undergraduate and graduate levels in Waseda's School of Fundamental Science and Engineering and Graduate School of Fundamental Science and Engineering.
Richard L. Tieszen is a Professor of Philosophy at San José State University, where he has been teaching since 1989, achieving the rank of Professor in 1998. His academic career spans over three decades with significant contributions to the fields of philosophy of mathematics, phenomenology, and logic. Education: Ph.D. in Philosophy, Columbia University, 1986 M.A. in Philosophy, Graduate Faculty, New School for Social Research, 1978 B.A. with Honors in Philosophy, Colorado State University, 1975 Professor Tieszen's research focuses on the intersection of phenomenology, logic, and the philosophy of mathematics, with particular emphasis on the works of Kurt Gödel, Edmund Husserl, and other key figures in the foundations of mathematics. His scholarship bridges the analytic and continental philosophical traditions, exploring how phenomenological approaches can illuminate fundamental questions in mathematical logic and epistemology. Tieszen has made significant contributions to understanding Gödel's philosophical turn to Husserl's transcendental phenomenology, arguing that this perspective offers valuable insights into the nature of mathematical intuition and objectivity beyond the limitations of formalism and logicism. His work examines the connections between mathematical intuition, consciousness, and the ontology of mathematical objects, challenging purely formal or computational accounts of mathematical reasoning. Tieszen's research also extends to the philosophy of time, exploring the relationship between phenomenological accounts of time consciousness and physical theories of time. Professor Tieszen's publications reveal a consistent focus on bridging continental and analytic philosophical traditions through rigorous examination of mathematical and logical concepts. His work on Gödel's philosophical development, particularly the mathematician's turn to Husserl's phenomenology, has been influential in reshaping scholarly understanding of Gödel's philosophical position beyond the caricature of simple Platonism. Tieszen's scholarship demonstrates how phenomenological methods can contribute to contemporary debates in the philosophy of mathematics, particularly regarding mathematical intuition, evidence, and the nature of mathematical objects. Scientific Awards: University President's Scholar, 2007-08 (highest award at San José State University) National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Fellowship, 2006-07 Outstanding Research Award, College of Humanities and Arts, San José State University, 2001-2002 Dutch National Science Foundation (NWO) Fellowship, 1994-95 Faculty Development Assigned Time Award, San José State University, 1990-91 Meritorious Performance and Professional Promise Award, San José State University, 1989-90 National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Summer Seminar Fellowship, 1988 Professor Tieszen has served as Associate Chair of the Philosophy Department at San José State University (1992-1999, 2005-2009) and has held numerous visiting positions at prestigious institutions including Stanford University, Universiteit Utrecht, and various research centers in Paris. He has been an active member of the philosophical community, serving on the editorial board of Philosophia Mathematica since 1991 and participating in major research projects such as the transcription and publication of Gödel's unpublished philosophical notebooks ("Max-Phil"). His work has been recognized with the CELJ certificate for "Best Special Issue of 2006" for his guest-edited issue of Philosophia Mathematica on "Gödel on Mathematics and Logic." Throughout his career, Professor Tieszen has developed an extensive research program connecting phenomenological approaches with foundational questions in mathematics and logic, establishing himself as a leading scholar in bridging the analytic and continental philosophical traditions through rigorous engagement with mathematical and logical concepts.
Dr. Joel Smith is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Manchester. He holds a PhD from University College London and has been affiliated with institutions such as the University of Essex. His research focuses on philosophy of mind, phenomenology, and existentialism, with historical interests in Kant, post-Kantian philosophy, and existentialist thought. Current projects include studies on perceptual demonstratives, emotional expression, and the experience of music. Smith supervises numerous PhD and master’s students, covering topics like psychedelics and phenomenology, narrative self-conception, and existential ethics. He has published extensively, including works on self-consciousness, empathy, and temporal experience. His book Existentialism: A Philosophical Inquiry (2022) explores existential themes like authenticity and responsibility. He organizes the Mind Reading Group and contributes to research areas such as the Mind & Language program. Smith’s work intersects with psychology and cognitive science, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to understanding consciousness and emotion.
