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Dr Juliet Bennett is a Research Fellow at the Sydney Centre for Healthy Societies (SCHS) and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney. Her work bridges process philosophy with systemic interventions for social and ecological wellbeing. She holds a PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies, focusing on paradigm shifts from static to process thinking. Previously, she managed collaborative research at Sydney Policy Lab and directed the Sydney Peace Foundation. Education: PhD (Peace and Conflict Studies), MPhil/MA (Peace and Conflict Studies). Teaching includes units on peace studies, narratology, and structural violence at the University of Sydney and Lenoir Rhyne University. Research interests center on mitigating social/ecological injustice, structural violence, and climate change through critical sociology, contextual economics, and participatory methods. Current projects examine food systems and ultra-processed foods via critical social theory. Awards: 2020 Excellence in Teaching for 'Key Issues in Peace and Conflict Studies'. Memberships include Sydney Policy Lab, New Economic Networks Australia, and the International Peace Research Association. Publications span process philosophy applications, climate policy, and participatory research methods. Her work advocates for systemic transformations toward ecological civilization through interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Social and Ecological Justice
• Climate Change
• Global Inequality
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Dr. Suzy Killmister is a Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at Monash University. Her research explores dignity, human rights, autonomy, and social metaphysics, with applications to both human and non-human entities. Research Highlights: Dehumanization, moral equality, and dignity in healthcare and animal ethics. Awarded the 2023 Journal of Applied Philosophy Essay Prize. Leads projects like 'Conferring dignity in law and health care' funded until 2024 Regular media commentator on dignity and ethics

• Dignity
• Human Rights
• Autonomy
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Associate Professor James Andrew Phillips is a faculty member in the Department of Philosophy within the School of Humanities and Languages at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). He has been at UNSW since 2006, initially serving as a Vice-Chancellor's postdoctoral fellow, followed by an ARC Australian Research Fellow from 2007-2011, before assuming his current combined research-teaching position. His educational background includes undergraduate studies at the University of Queensland, an MA in Comparative Literature and Critical Theory from Monash University, and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Tasmania (2002). During his doctoral studies, he spent time as an OeAD scholar in Innsbruck and a DAAD scholar in Potsdam. He has also been a visiting research fellow at the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities at the University of Edinburgh and a resident associate at the National Humanities Center in North Carolina. Phillips' research focuses on aesthetics, phenomenology, film and philosophy, political theory, literary criticism, and British and Irish literature. His current book project explores the philosophy of fiction, drawing on concepts of 'world' in Kant and Heidegger. He has translated two significant philosophical works: Christoph Menke's Tragic Play: Irony and Theater from Sophocles to Beckett (2009) and Alexander García Düttmann's Philosophy of Exaggeration (2007). His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the intersection of philosophy, aesthetics, and cinema, with particular attention to phenomenological approaches to film studies and the political dimensions of aesthetic experience. His work bridges continental philosophy with contemporary cultural analysis, creating connections between historical philosophical traditions and modern artistic practices. Philosophy Group Convenor Research Committee Member - School of Humanities and Languages Phillips currently supervises PhD candidate Finnegan Hassey (on Arendt's concept of nationalism, jointly with Jess Whyte) and MA student Sofia Kartavtseva (on Sade and aesthetics). He teaches political philosophy, aesthetics, and the history of German philosophy, with planned courses for 2025 including ARTS3368 'Modern European Philosophy' and ARTS2384 'Political Philosophy'.

• Philosophy
• Aesthetics
• Phenomenology
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Professor Peter Godfrey-Smith holds a half-time position in the School of History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Sydney, alongside his role at the CUNY Graduate Center. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Sydney and a PhD in Philosophy from UC San Diego. His research spans the philosophy of biology, animal cognition, and consciousness evolution, with notable books like Other Minds and Metazoa . Key awards include the Royal Society of NSW Medal (2017) and the Lakatos Award (2010) for his work Darwinian Populations and Natural Selection . His fieldwork on octopuses has garnered international attention, exploring their intelligence and implications for understanding consciousness. Peter has taught at Stanford, Harvard, and ANU, balancing academic roles with public engagement through media appearances and podcasts. Education: B.A. University of Sydney; PhD in Philosophy, UC San Diego. Research Interests: Evolution of consciousness, animal minds, cephalopod behavior, philosophy of biology, and interdisciplinary studies on cognitive evolution. Awards: Royal Society of NSW Medal (2017), Lakatos Award (2010), multiple fellowships and recognitions in philosophy and biology. Grants and Advising: While no specific grants are listed, his extensive publications reflect sustained research funding. Advises students in history and philosophy of science, though current names are not provided. Labs/Teams: Engages in fieldwork on octopuses, collaborating with marine biologists and philosophers globally. Active in interdisciplinary research groups studying animal cognition.

• Philosophy of Biology
• Animal Minds
• Consciousness Studies
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Associate Professor Bronwyn Finnigan is affiliated with the School of Philosophy within the Research School of Social Sciences (RSSS) at the Australian National University (ANU). Her academic qualifications include a BA Hons from Melbourne University, an MA from Sydney University, and a PhD from the University of Auckland. Her research focuses on philosophy of mind, moral psychology, and ethics, with a particular emphasis on integrating Western and Asian philosophical traditions, especially Buddhism. Her current research project, Buddhist Meta-Ethics and Moral Psychology (2018–2025), explores the justificatory grounds of moral judgments in Madhyamaka Buddhism. Finnigan’s work bridges philosophical analysis with Buddhist thought, addressing themes like self-awareness, ethical agency, fear, and the implications of Buddhist doctrines such as karma and rebirth. Her publications span topics ranging from Buddhist perspectives on fear and moral responsibility to comparative analyses of Western and Buddhist ethical frameworks. She is actively involved in supervising research students in these areas.

• Philosophy of Mind
• Moral Psychology
• Buddhist Philosophy
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Dr. Matthew Cipa is an Affiliate Research Fellow and Teaching Associate in Film and Television Studies at The University of Queensland's School of Communication and Arts. His work bridges film studies with philosophical inquiry, particularly exploring metaphysical dimensions of cinema and television. He holds a PhD in Metaphysical Film and Television from The University of Queensland (2020). Research focuses on philosophical analysis of film form, directorial auteurism, and representation of abstract concepts like empathy and existence. Notable projects include studies on Abel Ferrara's critical reception, autism portrayal in Being There/Phantom Thread, and metaphysical themes in films like EO and Au Hasard Balthazar. Published works include a 2024 monograph exploring metaphysical screen concepts and chapters in academic collections on Schiller's philosophy and directorial styles. His reviews engage with key texts in film philosophy and cognition theories. Teaching responsibilities include film theory and analysis courses within the School of Communication and Arts. Active in academic discourse through the Digital Futures Lab and scholarly collaborations with institutions like Edinburgh University Press and SUNY Press.

• Film Studies
• Cinema Philosophy
• Autism Representation in Media
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Judith Wolfe is a Research Fellow at the Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry, part of the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy. Her work bridges theology, philosophy, and cognitive science, focusing on religious imagination, narrative theory, and the intersection of art and meaning. She explores how biblical narratives shape theological understanding and investigates the cognitive effects of engaging with art and fiction. Her interdisciplinary approach addresses questions of perception, emotion, and the role of faith in contemporary contexts. Her research interests include the philosophical underpinnings of religious attitudes, the role of narrative in transmitting knowledge, and the empirical study of religious experience. Notable contributions address topics like the buffering effect of fiction on negative emotions, cross-modal associations in art, and the renewal of perception through religious faith. Wolfe has collaborated extensively with scholars such as Marina Iosifyan on studies of art perception and narrative engagement. Her publications span journal articles and edited volumes, reflecting her commitment to advancing interdisciplinary dialogue between theology, philosophy, and empirical research.

• Theology
• Philosophy of Religion
• Cognitive Science
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Andrew Milne is a Lecturer in the Discipline of Philosophy within the School of Humanities at The University of Western Australia. He teaches undergraduate units including Aesthetics (PHIL3002), Philosophy of Religion (PHIL2003), Metaphysics (PHIL3001), and co-teaches Continental Philosophy (PHIL3005) with Nin Kirkham. His research spans Nietzsche studies, philosophy of art, and continental philosophy with publications on Nietzsche, Keynes, and Susan Sontag. Current projects examine Stanley Cavell, Louis Armstrong, Howard Hodgkin, Ernest Hemingway, and Henry Miller, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with literature, music, and visual arts. His work frequently intersects cultural criticism, political theory, and aesthetics. Analysis of his publications reveals consistent focus on philosophical interpretation of artistic media, particularly photography's relationship to memory and reality. His scholarship bridges historical analysis (Nietzsche, Keynes) with contemporary cultural critique, often appearing in both academic journals and public forums like The Conversation. The recurring themes of mysticism, polemics, and public art demonstrate his unique approach to continental thought. Dr Milne actively supervises Honours students in Philosophy, including cross-disciplinary projects in History and Fine Art. He encourages prospective research students to contact him for supervision opportunities across philosophical topics and interdisciplinary collaborations.

• Nietzsche Studies
• Philosophy of Art
• Continental Philosophy
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Associate Professor Andrea Bubenik is an expert in Renaissance and Baroque art, specializing in early modern visual culture. She holds dual affiliations at the University of Queensland: as an Associate Professor in the School of Communication and Arts' Department of Art History, and as an affiliate of three interdisciplinary research centers (Centre for Architecture, Theory, Criticism and History; Centre for Critical and Creative Writing; Research Centre in Creative Arts and Human Flourishing). Her research focuses on printmaking, art-science intersections, court cultures, and reception histories of iconic artworks. She served as Director of the UQ Node of the ARC Centre of Excellence for the History of Emotions (2019–2022). Her recent publications include monographs like *Reframing Albrecht Dürer* (2013, AAANZ award winner) and edited volumes such as *The Persistence of Melancholia in Art and Culture* (2019). She has curated major exhibitions like *Ecstasy: Baroque and Beyond* (2017) and *Five Centuries of Melancholia* (2014), both at the UQ Art Museum. Public engagement includes annual art history courses at QAGOMA and international lectures in Australia, Canada, and Europe. Education: PhD in Art History (not explicitly detailed, but extensive international fellowships at institutions like the Warburg Institute and the Huntington Library) Teaching: Supervised over 20 Honours, MPhil, and PhD students; developed an undergraduate Venice study abroad program Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Digital Futures Lab and multiple art institutions Her research grants include funding from AIAH/AAANZ for her upcoming monograph *Living Pictures: The Renaissance Artist-Scientist*, exploring Dürer and Leonardo’s natural studies. Awards include the AAANZ Best Book Prize (2014).

• Renaissance Art
• Baroque Art
• Early Modern Visual Culture
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Professor Javen Qinfeng Shi is a faculty member at the University of Adelaide, holding the position of Professor in the School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences under the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. He serves as Founding Director of the Causal AI Group and as one of the directors at the Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML), based at the North Terrace campus location. His research centers on causation, artificial intelligence, mind and metaphysics, with Google Scholar rankings placing him 4th globally in causation and 7th in probabilistic graphical models. Shi develops causal AI methods to identify root causes, discover latent variables, eliminate spurious correlations, enhance cross-domain generalization, model intervention consequences, and solve counterfactual queries. His work focuses on optimizing intervention sequences for desired outcomes under resource constraints, applied to material discovery, agriculture, mining, sports, manufacturing, bushfire prediction, healthcare, and education. Professor Shi's industry impact includes the NOBURN bushfire prediction app (released 2023 with 50+ media coverages), energy material discovery via AI catalysts, and smart manufacturing logistics solutions. His work with the Responsible AI Think Tank (2022-2024) and current AI Industry Forum panellist role (2024 onward) demonstrates active contribution to national and state AI ecosystem development. His scientific awards include: 1st place at Open Catalyst Challenge (NeurIPS AI for Science 2023) Winner of AUS/NZ Bushfire Data Quest 2020 Citizen Science Grant 2021 Finalist in SA Department of Energy and Mining Gawler Challenge 2020 (2k+ participants from 100+ countries), recognized for "The most innovative modelling" 2nd place in Explorer Challenge 2019 (1k+ entries from 62 countries) 1st place at SAIC Volkswagen Logistics Innovation Day 2019 Shi is eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students and has secured research funding including the Citizen Science Grant 2021. His industry collaborations span energy, agriculture, mining, and emergency management, translating theoretical causal AI into practical tools like NOBURN. He leads the Causal AI Group at the University of Adelaide and directs research teams at AIML, focusing on causal inference frameworks for distribution shift resilience and intervention optimization. Current projects emphasize bushfire prediction, material science applications, and AI ethics implementation through the AI Industry Forum.

• Causation
• Artificial Intelligence
• Probabilistic Graphical Models
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Dr Timothy Stanley is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Newcastle's School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences, where he also serves as Deputy Head of School Teaching and Learning (2024-26). His research focuses on correcting misconceptions about religion, politics and ethics through materialist methodologies, with recent books addressing deliberative democracy (2022) and secularisation (2015). Education includes: PhD from University of Manchester MA from University of Manchester Research explores intersections of religious cognition with democratic theory and technological change, particularly examining how religion interacts with media technologies from historical and contemporary perspectives. Key interests include deliberative democracy in pluralist societies, extended mind theory applications to religious studies, and ethical implications of emerging technologies. Publications show consistent focus on religious-political interfaces, with recent work examining the materiality of religious cognition and democratic engagement. Article themes demonstrate evolution from theological metaphysics toward applied political philosophy and empirical studies of religious practice. Leads multiple research projects including a book study 'Understanding Religion through the Eyes of Others' (2025) and special issue on 'Situated Religious Cognition'. Secured $137,500 in grants including $100,000 for the Religion in Political Life Research Program. Supervises 4 PhD and 1 Masters students on topics ranging from free will theory to Roman religious legitimacy. Teaches courses on Ethics of Emerging Technologies and Democracy/Diversity that apply philosophical frameworks to contemporary societal challenges.

• Philosophy of Religion
• Political Philosophy
• Ethical Theory
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Dr. Pao-chen Tang is an Assistant Professor in Film Studies at the University of Sydney, affiliated with the School of Arts and Social Sciences. He holds a Joint PhD in Cinema and Media Studies & East Asian Languages and Civilizations from the University of Chicago. His research focuses on the intersection of film aesthetics and ecopolitics, particularly in East Asian cinema, exploring animism, nonhuman agency, and environmental humanities. Education: PhD (University of Chicago), Joint PhD in Cinema and Media Studies & East Asian Languages and Civilizations. Research Interests: Ecocinema, animal studies, transnational cinema, film production culture, health humanities, and East Asian media. Current projects include studies on neo-industrialization in Chinese cinema and the aesthetics of technology in genres like martial arts and sci-fi. Recent Articles: Recent works include Producing a Future on a Wandering Earth (2023), analyzing the sci-fi film The Wandering Earth , and Cinema Wears the Mask (2023), exploring animism in French documentary. His 2025 book The Animist Imagination in East Asian Cinema theorizes animist filmmaking modes. Awards: Includes the Nexus Asia Travel Grant (2025), Overseas Pioneers Grants (2024), and multiple fellowships. Shortlisted for the Screen Award (2024) and BAFTSS Best Journal Article (2024). Teaching & Grants: Teaches courses like FILM1000 and supervises Chenlei Xiao. Grants include the USyd-NTU Ignition Grant (2024) and Franke Institute Dissertation Fellowship (2019). Labs/Teams: Member of the China Studies Centre and Sydney Environment Institute, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects.

• Ecocinema
• Animal Studies
• Transnational Cinema
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Simon David Goldstein is an Associate Professor at the Dianoia Institute of Philosophy within the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy. His research focuses on epistemic logic, formal epistemology, philosophy of language, and AI ethics. He explores topics such as knowledge norms, epistemic modalities, and ethical implications of AI systems. Research Interests: AI Ethics: Examining AI safety, deception, and existential risks Epistemic Logic: Investigating knowledge fragility, contextualism, and modal credence Philosophy of Language: Analyzing dynamic semantics and attitude reports Formal Epistemology: Probability and modal reasoning in epistemic contexts Recent Work Trends: Recent publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to AI ethics, integrating technical AI challenges with philosophical frameworks. His work on epistemic modals and contextualism bridges semantics and epistemology. Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advisees listed. Active in collaborative research with institutions like the Dianoia Institute. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Dianoia Institute's research groups on ethics and epistemology.

• AI Ethics
• Epistemic Logic
• Philosophy of Language
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Michelle Boulous Walker is an Associate Professor at the School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry , The University of Queensland , specializing in European philosophy, aesthetics, ethics, and feminist philosophy. Her work bridges philosophy with literature, focusing on thinkers like Levinas, Adorno, Irigaray, and Le Doeuff, while exploring intersections with politics and the maternal body. Affiliated with the European Philosophy Research Group and Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities . Research includes slow philosophy , ethics of laughter , and interdisciplinary approaches to affect theory and literary practice. Recent publications analyze refugee representation , postcolonial ethics , and temporal critiques in institutions. She advocates for slow reading and resistance to academic urgency . Email: mbw@uq.edu.au

• European Philosophy
• Aesthetics
• Ethics
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Dr. Roxanne Marcotte is a Full Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Quebec at Montreal and an Honorary Research Senior Fellow in Religious Studies at the University of Queensland. With over 150 publications spanning books, journal articles, and book chapters, she is a leading international scholar whose work bridges classical Islamic philosophy with contemporary Muslim communities in Western contexts. Professor Marcotte's research focuses on Islamic philosophical traditions (particularly Suhrawardi and post-Avicennan thought), gender and Islam (examining women's roles, sexuality, and feminist perspectives), and contemporary Muslim communities in Canada and Australia. Her work increasingly explores the intersection of religion and digital media, notably through her SSHRC-funded project 'Canadian Muslims Online.' She teaches courses including Introduction to Islam, Women in Islam, Sufism, Religion and Sexuality, and Arabic Philosophical Ethics. Analysis of her 15 most recent scholarly articles reveals a clear trajectory toward examining how traditional Islamic thought adapts to modern contexts. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in Persian and Arabic philosophical psychology, while her contemporary research investigates online religious discourse, Muslim identity formation in diaspora communities, and evolving interpretations of Islamic texts. The thematic consistency across decades of scholarship shows her sustained engagement with questions of religious authority, interpretation, and adaptation. Professor Marcotte has secured significant research funding, most notably a Canadian Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Insight Grant (2013-2018) for 'Canadian Muslims Online' valued at $482,194. She currently serves as editor of Religiologiques (2014-2017, 2019—) and has held previous editorial roles with Studies in Religion/Sciences Religieuses . Her academic leadership includes service as Former Vice President of the Australian Association for the Study of Religions. Through her extensive publication record and editorial work, Professor Marcotte has significantly contributed to shaping contemporary understanding of Islamic thought both in its classical manifestations and modern adaptations. Her research supervision has developed numerous scholars working at the intersection of Islamic studies, gender studies, and contemporary religious practice in Western contexts.

• Islamic Studies
• Religious Studies
• Women and Islam
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