CFP: Foundations in Science and Religion: Boundaries of Theory & Practice

Conference Dates TBC; CFP open (deadline may move later in August dependent on conference dates)

The "Foundations" Conference is The Forum's dedicated space for early‑career researchers exploring the rich, complex intersections between scientific inquiry and religious thought. This event provides an intellectually supportive environment where emerging scholars can develop foundational skills, exchange ideas, and engage critically with the theoretical and practical dimensions of the field. This conference explores the dynamic and sometimes contested borders between scientific understanding and religious interpretation, asking how these two influential domains shape— and are shaped by— one another in contemporary thought and practice.

We welcome submissions which engage with other issues at the intersection of natural and/or social science science and (any) religion. Whilst continuing to value the Christian origins of the Forum, we particularly welcome papers that engage with science and religion from Eastern Orthodox, and non-Christian perspectives which are historically under-represented at our conferences.

Key questions guiding this year's conference include:

• Where do theoretical boundaries between scientific models and theological frameworks lie—and how porous should they be?

• What role does practice play in shaping or challenging theoretical commitments in science and religion?

• How do scientific advances influence religious beliefs, rituals, and moral decision‑making?

• We welcome submissions which engage with other issues at the intersection of natural and/or social science science and (any) religion. Whilst continuing to value the Christian origins of the Forum, we particularly welcome papers that engage with science and religion from Eastern Orthodox, and non-Christian perspectives which are historically under-represented at our conferences.