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What if our sense of disconnection from the world isn’t a problem to be fixed—but an illusion to be seen through? In my latest episode, Prof. Bill Barbieri from The Catholic University of America argues that agency is ecological. buzzsprout.com/2043099/episod…

I have the honor of moderating a conversation with Robert Putnam and Sherry Turkle on Feb 15 in NYC. Join us in person or on livestream

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Do scientists believe bias in hiring explains underrepresentation in academia? Our new article analyzes data from nearly 2,000 scientists across four countries to examine how identity, ideology, and national context shape perceptions of bias link.springer.com/article/10.100…

We just launched the website for my new research project on Meaning and Mystery in Science, exploring the spiritual dimensions of science. Thanks to John Templeton Foundation for funding this project: meaningandmysteryinscience.com

Happy #PiDay! We're offering a special discount today for our upcoming event on #science and #spirituality in #NYC, featuring Robert Lawrence Kuhn, Alan Lightman (MIT), Neil Thiese (NYU), Scarlet Soriano (Duke), and Katy Hinman (AAAS-DoSER): eventbrite.sg/e/a-bridge-bet…

We’re more digitally connected than ever—yet loneliness is surging. What can we do about it? I recently spoke with Sherry Turkle and Robert Putnam about social isolation, artificial intimacy, the erosion of trust, and how we might reclaim real connection.beautyatwork.net/yearning-for-c…

Here's a 2-minute clip about my research on #beauty in #science, featured on The Academic Minute

"In a cultural moment saturated with efficiency, optimization, and control, beauty can seem irrelevant or indulgent. But our study shows that beauty plays a crucial role in sustaining human flourishing," writes Brandon Vaidyanathan. profectusmag.com/the-beauty-of-…

Read Brandon Vaidyanathan's full article on the beauty of understanding: profectusmag.com/the-beauty-of-…

Advance registration for #SSSR_RRA2025 Annual Meeting is now open. We look forward to welcoming all participants to Minneapolis this fall, from October 31 to November 2. Reminder ➡️ Presenters must register by July 15 to remain on the program. sssreligion.org/annual-meeting…

My latest Flourishing Friday newsletter discusses fascinating research on aesthetic experiences in science conducted by Brandon Vaidyanathan and his team. This work has important implications for inspiring future scientists and the public and for advancing progress.