Browse through our section and find out what is going on in the field of medieval philosophy and related branches of philosophical research. This month we include many fascinating events that are going to take place in December 2023.
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Navigate the raging seas of the academy through updates and insights about posts, training, and call for papers. This month, we feature some opportunities for research, interesting calls for papers, and much more. read more
In the December issue, to close a very fruitful year to this section, IPM presents an interview with one of the most significant international figures in Thomism and in the work of systematising theoretical transversalities in the history of philosophy. Therese Cory, in addition to her kind soul, has an entrepreneurial spirit in research that intersects the study of mind, existence and self-knowledge in the History of Philosophy and today’s cutting-edge philosophical problems. read more
In this issue of Philosophy and Community we talked to Hermílio Santos, a sociologist at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul, who films some outstanding documentaries. Hermilo’s documentaries are inspired by the methodology of interpretative sociology in the works of Alfred Schütz, rooted also in philosophy – you can watch the teaser of a documentary by Hermilio on Schütz here. We have talked about using documentaries as a tool for dissemination of science, and about Hermílio’s specific approach towards integrating them into sociological research.. read more
Maps have been among the most widespread visual tools since the early modern ages when a new understanding of space and the limits of the world started reshaping our minds. For those who would never have the chance to travel, maps made distances more tangible; for those travelling, ever more accurate maps made survival more likely; and eventually, those making or commissioning maps had the chance to become political agents. In this issue, I’ll present two examples of how the digital humanities have transformed how we access scholarly information and enjoy world heritage. read more
In December, our monthly list of recently published books on philosophy, history, and the Middle Ages features many monographs and volumes able satisfy different tastes. Take a look to find out the latest trend in our field. read more
This 2023, we showcased the work of many excellent young scholars. Continuing with this tradition, here is Claire Murphy. Claire graduated from Thomas Aquinas College (US) in 2020 with a BA in Liberal Arts. Currently, she is a PhD student in the Program in History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Notre Dame. Her dissertation will focus on scientific representation, engaging with the contemporary philosophy of science literature while drawing on historical case studies. read more
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