Dr. Jessica Leech

Biography

Jessica Leech is a Reader in Philosophy at King's College London, where she has been a faculty member since September 2016. Her academic journey includes prior positions as a lecturer at the University of Sheffield and a Junior Research Fellow at King's College, Cambridge. Jessica obtained her PhD from the University of Sheffield and the University of Geneva, focusing on the Theory of Essence as part of a research project at the Eidos Centre for Metaphysics. Her research primarily revolves around metaphysics, logic, and modality, with a keen interest in the historical context of these subjects, particularly referencing Kant's philosophical contributions. She engages in exploring contemporary issues within metaphysics and modality, including notions of essence and necessity. Her recent work includes the publication of her book "Thinking Necessity: A Kantian Account of Modal Thought and Modal Metaphysics" in 2023. Jessica actively welcomes inquiries from prospective students interested in supervision in areas aligned with her research interests. Her teaching primarily encompasses various aspects of metaphysics, including Kant's Critique of Pure Reason and the General History of Philosophy.

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