Michael Austen is a British academic and philosopher. He is known for his work in the fields of philosophy of language, philosophy of mind, epistemology, and translation studies.
Austen currently serves as a Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Sheffield, United Kingdom. His research explores various aspects of how language shapes thought, the nature of meaning, and the theoretical underpinnings of translation. He has contributed articles to numerous academic journals and edited volumes, focusing on topics such as metaphor, understanding, and the interface between linguistic expression and conceptual content.