Libori Summer School 2026 - The History of Women Philosophers and Scientists

We are excited to announce the Libori Summer School 2026, dedicated to the History of Women Philosophers and Scientists. The Summer School offers an interdisciplinary forum for critical inquiry into women’s intellectual contributions across historical periods, cultural contexts, and disciplinary boundaries.

The Libori Summer School invites applications from Bachelor’s, Master’s and graduate students, as well as post-doctoral researchers interested in exploring the rich, diverse, and often overlooked histories of women philosophers and scientists. We particularly welcome contributions that adopt innovative perspectives, engage with neglected figures or traditions, or challenge established narratives through interdisciplinary approaches.

Possible areas of interest include (but are by no means limited to):

• History of philosophy and science
• Economics and political thought
• Ecofeminism and environmental humanities
• History of medicine and health
• Theology, religious thought, and spiritual traditions
• Global and non-Western intellectual histories
• Women writers, literary culture, and philosophy
• Sustainability, ethics, and social responsibility
• Science, technology, and gender

• Intersections of philosophy, science, art, and culture

The Libori Summer School strongly encourages interdisciplinary dialogue, welcoming submissions that bridge philosophy, history, science studies, literature, theology, economics, environmental studies, and related fields. Comparative, cross-cultural, and transhistorical approaches are especially encouraged.

Join us for an inspiring 5-day Summer School dedicated to the rich and diverse Histories of Women Philosophers and Scientists. The program combines intellectual depth, collaborative exchange, and a vibrant social atmosphere.

Program highlights include:

• Welcome Session
  Monday, 27 July 2026, 9:00–10:00
  Kick off the Summer School by meeting fellow participants, organizers, and workshop leaders.

• Daily Keynote Lectures
  Tuesday–Friday (28–31 July 2026), 9:00–10:00
  Insightful keynote talks by long-standing members of the Center, including Dorota Dutsch, Kateryna Karpenko, Priyanka Jha, and Ronny Miron offering broad perspectives and cutting-edge reflections in the field.

• Intensive Full-Day Workshops
  10:00–12:30 and 14:00–17:00 (preliminary program)
  Engage in in-depth discussions and hands-on research exchange in up to three parallel workshop sessions, tailored to diverse scholarly interests.

• A wide range of thematic sessions, such as: Women in Antiquity and the Middle Ages; Women in the Early Modern Period; Women in the History of Medicine; Ecocriticism and Ecofeminism; Women in Economics, Politics, and Society; Women in Phenomenology; Women in Culture and the Arts; Radical Feminism; Women in Theology; Women in Philosophy of Science; Women and Teaching; Women and Global Culture – and many more.

• Social & Networking Events
  Connect beyond the classroom through a stroll at the Libori fair, a shared dinner, and informal lunch-time get-togethers, creating space for conversation, exchange, and community.

This Summer School offers a unique opportunity to deepen your research, broaden your perspectives, and become part of an international network committed to exploring women’s intellectual histories, in scholarship and in life.