Grant Ramsey is a contemporary philosopher of biology based at KU Leuven, where he leads the Logic & Philosophy of Science group. His research focuses on foundational questions in evolutionary theory, including the nature of fitness, natural selection, and what it means for a trait to be an adaptation. He has also contributed to debates on cultural evolution and the philosophy of animal behavior.
Developed an influential 'life-history' account of fitness in evolutionary biology
Critically examined the theoretical and cognitive foundations of natural selection
Contributed to debates on the units and mechanisms of cultural evolution
Co-edited major reference works in the philosophy of biology
Founded and leads the interdisciplinary Evolution & Philosophy research program at KU Leuven