Articles tagged with Science and Religion
Comprehensive exploration of living organisms, biological systems, and life processes across all scales from molecules to ecosystems. Encompasses cutting-edge research in biology, genetics, molecular biology, ecology, biochemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology, evolutionary biology, genomics, and biotechnology. Investigates cellular mechanisms, organism development, genetic inheritance, biodiversity conservation, metabolic processes, protein synthesis, DNA sequencing, CRISPR gene editing, stem cell research, and the fundamental principles governing all forms of life on Earth.
Comprehensive medical research, clinical studies, and healthcare sciences focused on disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Encompasses clinical medicine, public health, pharmacology, epidemiology, medical specialties, disease mechanisms, therapeutic interventions, healthcare innovation, precision medicine, telemedicine, medical devices, drug development, clinical trials, patient care, mental health, nutrition science, health policy, and the application of medical science to improve human health, wellbeing, and quality of life across diverse populations.
Comprehensive investigation of human society, behavior, relationships, and social structures through systematic research and analysis. Encompasses psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, linguistics, education, demography, communications, and social research methodologies. Examines human cognition, social interactions, cultural phenomena, economic systems, political institutions, language and communication, educational processes, population dynamics, and the complex social, cultural, economic, and political forces shaping human societies, communities, and civilizations throughout history and across the contemporary world.
Fundamental study of the non-living natural world, matter, energy, and physical phenomena governing the universe. Encompasses physics, chemistry, earth sciences, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, materials science, and the investigation of physical laws, chemical reactions, geological processes, climate systems, and planetary dynamics. Explores everything from subatomic particles and quantum mechanics to planetary systems and cosmic phenomena, including energy transformations, molecular interactions, elemental properties, weather patterns, tectonic activity, and the fundamental forces and principles underlying the physical nature of reality.
Practical application of scientific knowledge and engineering principles to solve real-world problems and develop innovative technologies. Encompasses all engineering disciplines, technology development, computer science, artificial intelligence, environmental sciences, agriculture, materials applications, energy systems, and industrial innovation. Bridges theoretical research with tangible solutions for infrastructure, manufacturing, computing, communications, transportation, construction, sustainable development, and emerging technologies that advance human capabilities, improve quality of life, and address societal challenges through scientific innovation and technological progress.
Study of the practice, culture, infrastructure, and social dimensions of science itself. Addresses how science is conducted, organized, communicated, and integrated into society. Encompasses research funding mechanisms, scientific publishing systems, peer review processes, academic ethics, science policy, research institutions, scientific collaboration networks, science education, career development, research programs, scientific methods, science communication, and the sociology of scientific discovery. Examines the human, institutional, and cultural aspects of scientific enterprise, knowledge production, and the translation of research into societal benefit.
Comprehensive study of the universe beyond Earth, encompassing celestial objects, cosmic phenomena, and space exploration. Includes astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, cosmology, space physics, astrobiology, and space technology. Investigates stars, galaxies, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, black holes, nebulae, exoplanets, dark matter, dark energy, cosmic microwave background, stellar evolution, planetary formation, space weather, solar system dynamics, the search for extraterrestrial life, and humanity's efforts to explore, understand, and unlock the mysteries of the cosmos through observation, theory, and space missions.
Comprehensive examination of tools, techniques, methodologies, and approaches used across scientific disciplines to conduct research, collect data, and analyze results. Encompasses experimental procedures, analytical methods, measurement techniques, instrumentation, imaging technologies, spectroscopic methods, laboratory protocols, observational studies, statistical analysis, computational methods, data visualization, quality control, and methodological innovations. Addresses the practical techniques and theoretical frameworks enabling scientists to investigate phenomena, test hypotheses, gather evidence, ensure reproducibility, and generate reliable knowledge through systematic, rigorous investigation across all areas of scientific inquiry.
Study of abstract structures, patterns, quantities, relationships, and logical reasoning through pure and applied mathematical disciplines. Encompasses algebra, calculus, geometry, topology, number theory, analysis, discrete mathematics, mathematical logic, set theory, probability, statistics, and computational mathematics. Investigates mathematical structures, theorems, proofs, algorithms, functions, equations, and the rigorous logical frameworks underlying quantitative reasoning. Provides the foundational language and tools for all scientific fields, enabling precise description of natural phenomena, modeling of complex systems, and the development of technologies across physics, engineering, computer science, economics, and all quantitative sciences.
Research by Nansook Park and Christopher Peterson highlights the importance of experiencing positive emotions, having close interpersonal relationships, and finding meaning in life. The authors suggest that psychology has made progress in understanding human problems but still lacks a formula for achieving a good life.
This collection of outstanding articles explores science and skeptical inquiry, public controversies, and investigating pseudoscientific claims. The selected essays provide a timely new exploration of important public issues within science, including evolution vs. intelligent design and the future of vaccinations.
A Canadian radio team won the 2009 Walter Sullivan award for their series on climate change in Canada. The team's production, 'Canada 2050: Our Future in a Changing Climate,' was praised for its accessibility and accuracy in conveying complex scientific concepts.
The 5th annual Templeton-Cambridge Fellowships in Science & Religion were awarded to 10 notable journalists from the US, UK, and Canada. The two-month program includes seminars and discussion groups with prominent experts, aiming to promote informed public discussion of science and religion.
Renowned biologist Ursula Goodenough explores the connection between science, ethics, and a culture of sustainability. Her work proposes an 'ecomorality,' prioritizing stewardship of the environment, in response to humanity's impact on the planet.
Researchers found that using science or God to explain ultimate questions can manipulate people's attitudes towards the other. Those who use God as an explanation display a more positive association with God and a negative association with science.
The John Templeton Foundation has selected 10 prominent US and UK journalists for the 4th annual Templeton-Cambridge Journalism Fellowships in Science & Religion. The fellows will receive a stipend, book allowance, and travel expenses to conduct independent research on key areas in science and religion.
French scientists Christian Sardet and Ali Saib have won the EMBO Award for Communication in the Life Sciences. They use innovative media to educate researchers, students, and the broader public about science.
The Templeton-Cambridge Journalism Fellowships program brings together a diverse group of journalists to examine the intersection of science and religion. The 2007 fellows will engage in independent research, seminars, and discussions with prominent experts at the University of Cambridge.
A new study reveals that medieval Islamic artisans used a set of decorated polygonal tiles, or girih tiles, to create intricate patterns. This method allowed for an important breakthrough in Islamic mathematics and design, producing quasicrystalline designs that were not understood in the West for another 500 years.
A new paper explores the theoretical biases that make Christians difficult for anthropologists to study. Joel Robbins argues that anthropology relies on a science of continuity, while Christianity emphasizes decisive breaks and temporal ruptures. This bias has neglected the social importance of Christianity globally.
AGU recognizes Tom Siegfried's tenure at the Dallas Morning News for creating a respected science department and mentoring young writers. He is the recipient of several awards, including the Science-in-Society Award and the Grady-Stack Award.
The 12 fellows will examine the dynamic interface of science and religion through seminars and independent research at the University of Cambridge. They aim to advance public awareness of this complex area of inquiry and promote a deeper understanding of its significance.
The AAAS Board opposes anti-evolution laws that weaken science education, citing threats to teaching evolution and students' understanding of sciences. The organization emphasizes the scientific consensus on evolution's validity.
Scientists and educators defend evolution against trained attackers by focusing on ID's weak points, using humor, and emphasizing irrefutable facts. Multiple levels of antievolutionism are being attacked in various fields, including geoscience and space science education.
The University of Pennsylvania will direct a three-year project exploring the relationship between the mind and spirituality. The initiative aims to advance fields like cognitive neuroscience, theology, and philosophy by examining issues related to love, compassion, and epistemology.
A professor of environmental studies at U of T is bridging the gap between science and religion to address the environmental crisis. He notes that some religious yet ecology-minded Republicans are involved in a campaign against gas-guzzling SUVs, asking Americans to consider more ecologically sensitive cars.
Charles Townes, 89, won the 2005 Templeton Prize for his investigations into microwave properties and co-invention of the laser. His research has led to numerous inventions and discoveries in medicine, telecommunications, and other areas.
The Templeton-Cambridge Journalism Fellowship program brings together renowned journalists and scholars to explore the intersection of science and religion. Fellows will conduct in-depth research and produce publishable pieces on topics such as origins of life, anthropic principle, and spirituality and health.
Paula Apsell won the Robert C. Cowen Award for her work on NOVA, while Madeleine Nash received the David Perlman Award for 'Fireproofing the Forests.' Kevin krajick became the first person to win the Walter Sullivan Award for 'Defusing Africa's Killer Lakes,'
John Staver, a K-State science education professor, argues that intelligent design cannot be considered a scientific theory due to the absence of empirical evidence and rigorous testing. He emphasizes the importance of scientific experimentation and peer review in establishing new scientific ideas.
John Allen Paulos, a renowned mathematician and public commentator, has received the AAAS Award for Public Understanding of Science and Technology. He is recognized for his efforts to make mathematics accessible and relevant to everyday life through his books, columns, and opinion pieces.
A GSA panel will explore critical questions about water usage, including who owns a given resource and how to prioritize uses. The dialogue aims to integrate scientific and religious perspectives on global sustainability.
The American Geophysical Union has named Robert C. Cowen its award for sustained achievement in science journalism, recognizing his 50-year career as a science writer and editor at The Christian Science Monitor. The award honors Cowen's contribution to the public understanding of science.
According to a report by Lawrence S. Lerner, 31 states handle evolution adequately, but only nine explicitly cover human evolution and another nine do so by implication. The remaining 19 states receive poor grades for teaching evolution, with some even avoiding the term altogether.
A two-day conference at the AAAS Auditorium will bring together scientists, religious leaders, and corporate representatives to explore global climate change. The event aims to outline scientific evidence and address ethical, religious, and economic challenges related to the issue.