Peculiar entities

My research explores the complex history of hylomorphism – the theory that all physical entities are composed of matter and form – and its transformation across distinct philosophical traditions during the long Middle Ages. A central focus of my work is the fragmentation of scholastic hylomorphism: the emergence of competing models, new conceptualisations of matter and materiality, and the growing tension between metaphysical universality and physical particularity. My recent research expands this inquiry to include comparative perspectives, highlighting resonances and divergences between scholastic hylomorphism and Chinese metaphysical thought, particularly 宋明理学 (also known as Neo-Confucianism).

Publications

Publishing the results of one’s research is among the most critical responsibilities of every scholar, as well as one of the most challenging and rewarding aspects of academic life. On this page, you will find a carefully organised chronological compilation of all my academic publications. Following this, there is a separate list of book reviews that I have written over the years, reflecting my engagement with ongoing scholarly conversations. read more

Conferences and Meetings

I believe academia is a collective effort, as no one person can fully grasp the complex history of philosophy alone. That’s why meetings are essential – they help us share knowledge, test ideas, and build connections. Here you’ll find a list of conferences, panels, and research meetings I have organised, often in collaboration with friends and colleagues, fostering vibrant scholarly exchange and collaboration. read more

Lectures and talks

Academia is a collaborative endeavour that thrives on encountering new perspectives and having one’s interpretations challenged. This is why academic meetings and conferences are key to our profession – and I love them! Here, you will find a comprehensive list of all the talks I have delivered throughout my career, along with their abstracts. I am sincerely grateful to the dozens (hundreds?) of colleagues and friends who have provided invaluable feedback during these gatherings. read more

Research Projects (PostDocs)

While implemented through a plurality of individual projects, my research has always been characterised by a consistent, unifying thread: the intersection of metaphysics and natural philosophy concerning the constitution of the physical world. This convergence is typically defined by one particular theory: hylomorphism. The implementation of my postdoctoral research projects has addressed the nuanced interdisciplinary and transcultural development of this interpretative tool, along with its manifold applications, amendments, and debates over time. read more