Chair of Department of Militray History, Philosophy and Cultural History | Ludovika University of Public Service
Short Biography 🌟
Dr. Mihály Boda, Ph.D. (Habil.), is an esteemed scholar and academic specializing in Military Ethics and Philosophy of War. Currently serving as the Chair of the Department of Military History, Philosophy, and Cultural History at the University of Public Service in Budapest, Hungary, Dr. Boda’s career is marked by a profound interest in the ethical dimensions of military conduct and historical ideologies of warfare. His extensive research and teaching have significantly contributed to the field of Military Science.
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Education 📚
Dr. Mihály Boda completed his educational journey with notable achievements. In 2023, he earned his Habilitation in Military Science (Military History) from Ludovika University of Public Service, Budapest, Hungary. Prior to this, he obtained an MA Degree in History from Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Humanities, Budapest, Hungary, in 2018. Dr. Boda’s academic pursuits also include a Ph.D. in Analytic Philosophy (Ethics) from the same institution in 2011, where his dissertation titled “Nature, Values and Obligations: the Naturalism Debate in Metaethics” underscored his scholarly rigor. Earlier, in 2003, he completed an MA Degree in Philosophy at Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Humanities, Budapest, Hungary.
Experience 💼
Dr. Boda’s career is distinguished by his commitment and expertise in academia. Since 2018, he has served as the Chair of the Department of Military History, Philosophy, and Cultural History at the University of Public Service in Budapest, Hungary. His role as Associate Professor in Military Ethics at the Faculty of Military Sciences and Officer Training has been ongoing since 2014, further solidifying his influence in the field. Prior to these appointments, Dr. Boda held positions such as Assistant Professor of Ethics, History of Philosophy, and Philosophy of Culture at Eötvös József College, Baja, Hungary, from 2012 to 2014. His academic journey also includes significant contributions as a lecturer at various institutions, including Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Law, Budapest, Hungary, and as a lecturer of Metaphysics and Ethics at Eötvös Loránd University, Department of Philosophy, Budapest, Hungary, starting in 2005.
Research Interests 🔍
Dr. Boda’s research interests encompass a broad spectrum within the domain of Military Ethics and Philosophy of War. His scholarly pursuits focus on exploring topics such as Military Ethics, Just War Theory, Philosophy of War, Ideologies of Warfare, Military Virtues, and the History of Military Ethics and Warfare Ideologies. Through his research, Dr. Boda seeks to deepen understanding and foster critical discourse on ethical considerations in military contexts and the philosophical frameworks that underpin warfare ideologies throughout history.
Awards 🏆
Dr. Boda has garnered recognition for his scholarly contributions, including the prestigious Bolyai Researcher Scholarship of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in 2021. This accolade reflects his dedication to advancing knowledge and understanding in the field of Military Science and Ethics, underscoring his impact within academic and research communities.
Publications 📚
Dr. Boda’s contributions to academia extend to the following notable publications:
- Title: “Military Virtues in the Age of Miklós Zrinyi”
- Published: 2019
- Journal: Proceedings of the conference on Chapters from the International and Hungarian Military History, Szigetvár, Hungary
- Cited by: Widely referenced in discussions on historical military virtues and leadership.
- Title: “Warfare Ideologies in the 16-17th Centuries in Hungary”
- Published: 2019
- Journal: Proceedings of the conference on Contemporary Questions of Military History, Budapest, Hungary
- Cited by: Recognized for its insights into the evolving ideologies of warfare during the specified historical period.
- Title: “The Rediscovery of the Just War Theory in the Second Half of the 20th Century: Ramsey Paul”
- Published: 2019
- Journal: Proceedings of the conference on Theories of War of Christian Thinkers, Statesmen, and Soldiers, Budapest, Hungary
- Cited by: Notable for its examination of the resurgence of Just War Theory and its implications in modern contexts.
- Title: “On what Connects: Inside and Outside of the Army”
- Published: 2019
- Journal: Proceedings of the conference, Budapest, Hungary
- Cited by: Highlighted for its exploration of the interconnectedness between military ethos and societal values.
- Title: “Military Virtues in the Hungarian Military Science at the End of the Long 19th Century”
- Published: 2019
- Journal: Proceedings of the conference on Society and Army in the 19-20th centuries in Hungary, Budapest, Hungary
- Cited by: Recognized for its comprehensive analysis of military virtues within a specific historical context.