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Harald Viersen specializes in contemporary Arab thought and intellectual history, with a focus on the Arab world. His academic background encompasses training in philosophy, law, and Arabic Middle Eastern studies. His Ph.D. dissertation, completed at Marburg in 2021 and set to be published by De Gruyter in 2024, analyzes contemporary discussions among Arab intellectuals, proposing innovative approaches to understanding concepts like time, authenticity, and modernity. In his ongoing research, he explores current trends in Arab thought while also delving into the philosophical underpinnings of intellectual history in Arab Muslim societies. His areas of particular interest include ethics, animal rights, educational ethics, and the conceptualizations of Islam and conceptual history.
Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).