Dr. Paolo Mancosu

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Biography

Paolo Mancosu is a prominent philosopher specializing in mathematical logic and the philosophy of mathematics. He has a Ph.D. from Stanford University and currently holds the title of Willis S. Marion Slusser Professor at the University of California, Berkeley. His research interests encompass neologicism, philosophy of mathematical practice, and mathematical infinity, reflecting a deep engagement with the historical and conceptual foundations of mathematics. He has published significantly in the field, with recent works addressing proof theory, consistency proofs, and the intersections of logic and mathematics in historical contexts. His notable publications include 'An Introduction to Proof Theory: Normalization, Cut-Elimination, Consistency Proofs' co-authored with S. Galvan and R. Zach, and works exploring themes in syllogistic logic and mathematical proof. Mancosu is also active in disseminating knowledge through his various courses, such as 'Introduction to Logic' and graduate seminars on advanced topics within the philosophy of mathematics.

Research Interests

Philosophy of Mathematics Mathematical Logic Proof Theory Neologicism Philosophy of Mathematical Practice Mathematical Infinity

Courses

Introduction to Logic Graduate Seminar: Extended Hilbert’s Program: Consistency Proofs

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
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Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.