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Published by: University of California, Irvine | Language: English
Published by: University of California, Irvine | Language: English
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The development of genomics, stem-cell research, robotics, nanotechnology, and neuropharmacology raises difficult religious and philosophical questions. Examines interdisciplinary approaches that cut across institutional boundaries, cultural borders, and religious traditions. Focuses on the relationship between religion and cognitive/affect
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