The Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict
The Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict stimulates cutting edge
research and education in part by convening interdisciplinary faculty working
groups and seminars involving teams of faculty in regular, on-going conversation
and collaboration that generate new insights, course innovations, and research
projects. Since 2003, the Center has sponsored the pursuit of a number
of thematic initiatives on significant social issues including the interface
between religion, science, technology and law. Learn
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External Sponsors
The Metanexus Institute advances research, education and outreach
on the constructive engagement of science and religion. The Institute
seeks to create an enduring
intellectual and social movement by collaborating with persons and communities
from diverse religious traditions and scientific disciplines. In a spirit
of humility and with a deep concern for intellectual rigor, the
Metanexus Institute
promotes a balanced and exploratory dialogue between science and religion.
While mindful of the complexities of this endeavor, it works to develop integrative
approaches that enrich the domains of both science and religion.
The John Templeton Foundation was established in 1987
by renowned international investor, Sir John Templeton, the Templeton
Foundation
seeks to act as a critical
catalyst for progress, especially by supporting studies
which demonstrate the benefits of an open, humble and progressive
approach to learning. The mission of the John Templeton
Foundation
is to serve as a philanthropic catalyst for scientific
discovery on what scientists and philosophers call the 'Big
Questions.’ Ranging from questions about the laws of
nature to the nature of creativity and consciousness, the Foundation’s
philanthropic vision is derived from Sir John’s
resolute belief that rigorous research and cutting-edge
scholarship is at the very heart of new discoveries and human
progress.
The Foundation currently funds more than 300 projects,
studies, award programs and publications worldwide.
Arizona State University Co-Sponsors
Office
of the Vice President for Research and Economic Affairs supports
and facilitates ASU's role in the community and its advancement
of research that benefits society.
The Institute for Humanities
Research is dedicated to promoting excellence and innovation
in humanities scholarship
and seeks to engage the greater community in exploring the
human dimensions of significant social, cultural, technological
and
scientific
issues.
The Biodesign Institute is
focused on preventing and curing disease, overcoming the pain
and limitations of injury, renewing and sustaining our environment,
and securing a safer world.
Consortium for Science, Policy
and Outcomes is an intellectual network aimed at enhancing
the contribution of science and technology to society's pursuit
of equality, justice, freedom, and overall quality of life.
Harold
and Jean Grossman Chair of Jewish Studies was created by
the Grossmans to support research and education in the area
of Jewish Studies. Professor Norbert Samuelson, the current
holder of the chair, brings attention to the interplay
between
science and religion through his scholarly work.
Department of History
Department of Physics
Department of Philosophy
Department of Religious Studies
Program
in Jewish Studies
