Dr Philippa Carter
University Assistant Professor in the History of Medicine and Health before 1800 · School of Humanities and Social Sciences · University of Cambridge
Quick answer: Dr Philippa Carter is University Assistant Professor in the History of Medicine and Health before 1800 at University of Cambridge. Dr Philippa Carter shows an active PhD hiring signal as of 2026-09-11.
⭐ Available to supervise doctoral students
Research interests
Early understandings of mental and physical illness; bodies and embodiment; mind/body relations; disability and visible difference; disease categorisation and diagnosis; the boundaries between natural philosophy, magic, and religion; sciences of the psyche.
Selected publications (since 2023)
[2023] 'Work, Gender and Witchcraft in Early Modern England', Gender & History, early view (2023).
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr Philippa Carter hiring PhD students at University of Cambridge?
Yes. As of 2026-09-11, Dr Philippa Carter's faculty page shows a PhD hiring signal: Available to supervise doctoral students.
What does Dr Philippa Carter research?
Early understandings of mental and physical illness; bodies and embodiment; mind/body relations; disability and visible difference; disease categorisation and diagnosis; the boundaries between natural philosophy, magic, and religion; sciences of the psyche.
Data last updated: 2026-09-11 · Source: phd-match.com faculty database.
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