Karen Barad

Karen Barad

philosopher United States

Karen Barad is a prominent philosopher and physicist known for her work in feminist studies, philosophy, and the intersection of quantum physics and the humanities. She has gained recognition for her critical posthumanist perspective, which challenges anthropocentrism and emphasizes the interconnectedness of all entities within the universe. Barad's influential book, 'Meeting the Universe Halfway: Quantum Physics and the Entanglement of Matter and Meaning,' explores how knowledge is constructed through relationships and interactions, rather than through detached observation. Her ideas advocate for a more inclusive understanding of agency, emphasizing that humans are not separate from the world but are intrinsically part of it. Barad's insights have inspired scholars across various disciplines to rethink the nature of knowledge, existence, and the human place within the broader ecological context.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
5,788
Power
304$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Sweden 1 9.00 0.06% +0% 10,099,265 5,788 $530,000 304$
Totals 1 10,099,265 5,788 $530,000 304$
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Sweden Sweden: Karen Barad is a professor in feminist studies, philosophy, and the history of consciousness, known for her critical posthumanism. 9

Dagens Nyheter: Jonna Bornemark: Karen Barad kritiserar människocentrering