Seminars and Conferences

The Institute of Science and Religion organizes International, National and Regional Conferences, apart from the public seminars and lecture series. Since the year 2002, such events are organised almost every month. Conferences and seminars are organised under the aegis of ISR mainly at Universities, Colleges, and Schools and hosted at the respective institutions. The conferences and seminars are being run in co-operation with the Indian Institute of Science and Religion, New Delhi and Jnana Deepa Centre for Religion and Science, Pune; and the Global Ministries University, California. ISR organised over 200 such events to date since its conception in 2002. A select number of Conferences/Seminars/Public Lectures, that are solely or jointly organised by ISR or in which ISR faculty has presented papers are listed below:

Archive of Seminars & Conferences

Date Description
Jan 19 “Existentialism of Sartre, Camus and Kafka – A Philosophical Critique from the Scientific Perspective,” Address to the Master students of Science and Religion, GMU, California. Jan 19, 2022.
February 1 “Emerging Trends in the Philosophy of Education,” Presentation at the International Seminar on Identity and Plurality, Redefining the Role of Education,” at St. Joseph’s Pontifical Seminary, Mangalappuzha, February 1, 2022.
March 5 “Philosophical Roots of Christian Theology,” Address to the Postgraduate Students of Theology, Alpha Institute of Theology and Science, Thalassery, March 5, 2022.
March 6 “Free Will and Divine Pre-destination,” Address to the Postgraduate Students of Theology, Alpha Institute of Theology and Science, Thalassery, March 6, 2022.
March 9 “Right to Education and Empowerment of the Poor,” Address at the George Kulampally Memorial Excellentia Award Distribution Ceremony at St. Mary’s Higher Secondary School, Kuravilangad. March 9, 2022.
March 12 “Towards a Synodal Church - Challenges and Prospects,” Address to the Priests of the St. Thomas Province, CST Fathers, St. Thomas Bhavan, Chelavoor, March 12, 2022.
March 12 “Towards a Synodal Church - Challenges and Prospects,” Address to the Priests of the St. Thomas Province, CST Fathers, St. Thomas Bhavan, Chelavoor, March 12, 2022.
March 18 “Towards a Synodal Church - Challenges and Prospects,” Address to the Priests of the St. Thomas Province, CST Fathers, Little Flower Minor Seinary, Vettikkattiri, March 18, 2022.
April 1 “Hermeneutics, Heuristics and Other Methods in Science-Religion Dialogue,” Lecture for the Address to the Master students of Science and Religion, Global Ministries University, California, April 1, 2022.
April 5 “Cancer is Pro-life: An Naturalist Philosophy of Cancer,” Presentation at National Seminar on Cancer and Life organised by the Department of Philosophy, Assam University, Silchar, April 5, 2022.
April 9 “Psychological Issues and Challenges with Religious Communities – Analysis and Responses,” Address to the Religious’ Forum, St. Dominic’s Church, Aluva, April 9, 2022.
April 13 “Holistic Models of Spirituality for Today,” Address to the Candidates for Perpetual Profession, Little Flower Generalate, Thrikkakara, April 13, 2022.
May 4 “Application of Synodality in Religious Life,” Address to the Young Priests’ Meet of the Order of the Imitation of Christ at Jeevaram Bethany Ashram, Mavelikkara, May 4, 2022.
May 8 “Areas of Internal Renewal in Religious Communities,” Address to the Conference of the Religious, organised by Voice of Nuns, May 8, 2022.
May 18 “Synodality in Religious Life,” Address to the Conference of the Congregation of the Daughters of Mary, organised by the Nirmala Province, Venniyoor, May 18, 2022.
May 30 “Holistic Spirituality, Synodality and Implications for Seminary Formation,” Workshop for the Major Seminarians of the Order of the Imitation of Christ, held at Jeevaram Bethany Ashram, Mavelikkara, May 30, 2022.
July 11-139 “Emerging Trends in the Philosophy of Education,” Presentation at the International Seminar on Identity and Plurality – Redefining the Role of Education, in connection with the Golden Jubilee Celebrations of the Pontifical Institute of Philosophy and Theology, held at St. Joseph’s Pontifical Institute, Carmelgiri, July 11-13, 2012.
July 14-16 “Refuting the Critique of McGrath’s View of Atheism: Indian Perspectives,” Paper Presented at the Summer Conference of the Ian Ramsey Centre for Religion and Science at the Mathematical Institute and Jurys Inn, Oxford University, 14-16 July 2022, Celebrating Four Decades of Achievements of Alister McGrath in Science and Religion on the Occasion of His Retirement as the Andreas Idreos Chair, Organised jointly by the Ian Ramsey Centre for Science and Religion (IRC), and Faculty of Theology and Religion, Oxford University.
July 25 “Neuroethics as the Neurology of Ethics,” Lecture for the Post-Graduate Diploma in Bioethics Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. July 25, 2022.
July 28 “Ethical Issues in Neuroimaging,” Lecture for the Post-Graduate Diploma in Bioethics Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. July 28, 2022.
July 30 “The Scientific Debate on Theism and Atheism,” Address to the Club House Discussion organised by the Catholic Club, London. July 30, 2022.
August 1 “Ethical Issues in Neurocognitive Enhancement,” Lecture for the Post-Graduate Diploma in Bioethics Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. August 1, 2022.
August 4 “Neuroethics,” Presentation at the National CME on Bioethics on the Theme on Contemporary Ethical Issues in Patient Care, at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Edappilly, August 4, 2022.
August 5 “Brain-Machine Interface and the Transhumanist Debate,” Lecture for the Post-Graduate Diploma in Bioethics Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. August 5, 2022.
August 10 Moderated the Debate on the motion “Questions about the reliability and validity of the neurological reports do not justify the use of neurological information in ethical deliberations” Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. August 10, 2022.

Date Description
January 15-16 “Neurological Investigations in Tibetan Buddhist Meditation: Implications for Religion and Spirituality,” International Conference on ‘The Spectrum and Intent of Buddhist/Tibetan Buddhist Composition of Meditation: Different Perspectives’ January 15-16, 2021, held at NEHU and St. Antony's College, Shillong, Meghalaya.
January 19 “Harmony – Metaphor of a Secular Trinitology,” Lecture for the Science-Theology Diploma program organized by the Futuristic Education and Research Foundation (FEDAR), Mananthavady. January 19, 2021.
January 29 “The Christic Lamb of the Cosmic Pasch – Christology in a Scientific Worldview,” Lecture for the Science-Theology Diploma program organized by the Futuristic Education and Research Foundation (FEDAR), Mananthavady. January 29, 2021.
January 30 “Intersecting Science, Philosophy and Religion,” SB College, Changanacherry. January 2021.
March 19 “Neuroscience and Meditation,” Webinar Presentation at the Faculty Development Programme on the Role of Science and Spirituality for a Harmonious and Fulfilling Human Community, Organised by Research Foundation of India, at St. Paul Institute of Professional Studies, Indore on March 19, 2021.
March 25-27 “Christianity a Cultural Symbiosis,” “Christianity and the Scientific Culture,” “Mysticism East and West,” Course Outline Presentations at the Syllabus Framing Workshop on BA Philosophy in Christian Cultural Studies of the Sree Narayana Guru Open University, Kollam, at Kristu Jyothi Animation Centre, Kottiyam, on 25-27 March 2021.
March 26 Scientific Atheism – A Philosophical Response,” Joint Certificate Program organized by Global Ministries University, Berkeley, California and the FEDAR Foundation. March 26, 2021.
March 27 Science and Religion Interactive Question & Answer Session organised by FaithHub, Syro-Malabar Youth Forum, Europe, Bristol. March 27, 2021
May 28 “Neuroscience, Mysticism and Aesthetics,” Lecture for the Science-Theology Diploma program organized by the Futuristic Education and Research Foundation (FEDAR), Mananthavady. May 28, 2021.
June 5 “Geoengineering and the Restoration of the Environment,” International Webinar on Restoring the Environment, organised by the Department of Chemistry, Don Bosco College, Maram, Manipur on June 5, 2021.
June 9 “Introduction to Neuroethics,” Lecture to the Medical Teaching faculty and Course Dental Teaching Faculty, Haifa University, Israel, June 9, 2021.
June 20 “Mahavisphotana Siddhanthavum Daivaviswasavum (Big Bang Theory and its Implications for Faith in God),” Address to the Club House Discussion organised by the Catholic Voice, Palarivattom, on June 20, 2021.
June 27 “Galileo Sambhavam – Katholikka Sabha Prathikkoottil” (Galileo Episode – Catholic Church on Trial?” Address to the Club House Discussion organised by the Catholic Voice, Palarivattom, on June 27, 2021.
July 3 “Methodological Issues in Intersecting Rebirth and Science,” Response to the Webinar Discussion on Vedanta and Biotechnology organised by the Bhaktivedanta Institute, Bhubaneswar on July 3, 2021.
July 4 “The Slippery Foundations of Atheism,” Address to the Club House Discussion organised by the Catholic Voice, Palarivattom, on July 4, 2021.
July 11 “Theory of Evolution and Religious Faith,” Address to the Club House Discussion organised by the Catholic Voice, Palarivattom, on July 11, 2021.
July 18 “Neuroscience and Neuroreligion,” Address to the Club House Discussion organised by the Catholic Voice, Palarivattom, on July 18, 2021.
July 24 “Chaos Theory and Butterfly Effect and the Indian Metaphor of Cosmic Harmony,” Response to Dr P Kaushik, Butterfly Effect, Chaos and Spirituality – Correlation or Causation,” Webinar Organised by Bhaktivedanta Institute, Bhubaneshwar, July 24, 2021.
July 18 “Human Genome Project, Longevity and Reversal of Aging – Implications for Religion,” Address to the Club House Discussion organised by the Catholic Voice, Palarivattom, on July 18, 2021.
August 8 “Biocentrism and Perspectives on Death and Near Death Experience,” Address to the Club House Discussion organised by the Catholic Voice, Palarivattom, on August 8, 2021.
August 28 “Artificial Intelligence: Philosophical and Theological Perspectives,” Address to the Club House Discussion organised by the Catholic Voice, Palarivattom, on August 28, 2021.
September 4 “Science and Peace,” XLRI-LIPI Online Certificate Course in Peace Studies Jointly Offered by XLRI Jamsehdpur & LIPI, Kochi, September 4, 2021.”
September 18 International Webinar on Spirituality, Satyagraha and Pragmatism: New Dimension in Gandhian Philosophy, organised by Mahatma Gandhi Centre for Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies, Lady Kean College, Shillong, September 18, 25 and October 2.
September 25 “Apologetics and the Role of the Science-Theology Dialogue,” Address to the Convocation Ceremony of Global Ministries University Certificate Presentation organised by FEDAR and IAIS, at FEDAR, Mananthavady, on September 25, 2021.
October 20 “Neuroethics as the Neurology of Ethics,” Lecture for the Post-Graduate Diploma in Bioethics Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. October 20, 2021.
October 22 “Ethical Issues in Neuroimaging,” Lecture for the Post-Graduate Diploma in Bioethics Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. October 22, 2021.
October 25 “Ethical Issues in Neurocognitive Enhancement,” Lecture for the Post-Graduate Diploma in Bioethics Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. October 25, 2021.
October 28 “Brain-Machine Interface and the Transhumanist Debate,” Lecture for the Post-Graduate Diploma in Bioethics Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. October 28, 2021.
November 1 Moderated the Debate on the motion “Questions about the reliability and validity of the neurological reports do not justify the use of neurological information in ethical deliberations” Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. November 1, 2021.
November 1 Moderated the Debate on the motion “In dealing with the future scenarios in NBIC (Nano-Bio-Info-Cognitive Technologies) Convergence, Bioconservatism will be a better ethical approach than Transhumanism,” Organised by the Department of Education Program of the Advanced Course of the Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Human Rights in Medical and Health Science Education, International Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa. November 1, 2021.
November 19 “Revisiting the Pre-Socratic Philosophers – Methodological Prefiguration for the Modern Science,” Address to Masters in Religion and Science, Global Ministries University, California, November 19, 2021.
December 5 “Science and Religion in Education,” Inaugural Address of the Launching of the Science-Religion Curriculum at Aramia International School, Mananthavady, December 5, 2021.
December 16-18 “Thou art Dust, Thou Shall Transcend,” Address to the Three-day workshop on Fall in Love – Theology of the Body, organised by the FEDAR Institute, Mananthavady, December 16-18.
December 24 Review Address on K.K Jayarajan, Humanism – Its Science and Philosophy, at the Panel Discus

“The Anthropological Movement in Modern Medicine,” Paper Presented at the World Congress of Medicina Alternativa, Organised by the Zoroastrian University at Russian Cultural Centre, Mumbai, January 8, 2020.

“Emergent Trends in Biotechnology and Ethical Challenges,” Interview with Dr. Jackson James at Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Trivandrum, January 19, 2020.

“Science and Social Transformation,” Paper Presentation at the Department of Social Work, Don Bosco University, Guwahati, March 4, 2020.

“Theory of Everything or neti neti? Epistemic Unintelligibility in Quantum Physics and the Upanishads,” Paper Presented at the Afro-Asian Philosophy Conference on Asian-African Understanding of Truth and Non-violence, North East Hill University, Shillong, March 7-9, 2020.

“Neurological Insights in Peace-building: Towards an Indian Appropriation,” Paper presented at the 94th Conference of the Indian Philosophical Congress on Truth and Non-violence at North East Hill University, Shillong, March 9-11, 2020.

“Climate Change Geoengineering - Philosophical and Ethical Challenges,” “Intersecting Physics and Philosophy - The Epistemic Challenges,” “Modern Cosmology - Philosophical Perspectives - Lecture Series at the Department of Philosophy, Assam University, Silchar, March 12, 2020.

“Climate Change and Environmental Chemistry,” “Does Carbon Trading Offset the Dangerous Climate Change?” “Eco-footprint and the Climate Justice,” – Lecture series to the Faculty and Student, Department of Chemistry, Don Bosco College, Maram, Manippur. March 15, 2020.

“The Pandemic and the Restoration of the Holistic Theology,” National Webinar on Covid 19 Pandemic and the Concept of God, Organised by the Department of Philosophy, Assam University, Silchar, Assam, June 27, 2020.

“Interfaith and Religion’s role in providing Ethical Support and Guidance to the community in mitigating the impacts of COVID.” The Global Panel Discussion Webinar Series, Organised by UNESCO Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa, Directorate of The Asia Pacific Division and Education Department, Melbourne, Australia. Webinar 21, August 23, 2020.

“Inter - Faith and Religion’s role in providing Ethical Support and Guidance to the community in mitigating the impacts of COVID”. The Global Panel Discussion Webinar Series, Organised by Department of Education, UNESCO Chair in Bioethics, Webinar 22, August 30, 2020.

“Christianity and the Contributions of Science – Some Historical Clarifications,” “Darwinism: Debate Between Atheism and Theism,” “Developments in Physics and its Metaphysical Implications,” “Cosmology – Big Bang and the Bible,” “Developments in Life Sciences: Ethical and Spiritual Implications,” “Neuroscience and Neuroreligion,” & “Miracles, Vision and Stigmata in Scientific Perspective,” International webinar series organized Why We Believe Forum, in Ibra, Sultanate of Oman, 11, 12, 16, 19 Sept. 2020 & October 2020.

“Theology – The Shift from the Aristotelian Paradigm to the Natural Sciences,” Interaction with the Candidates the Science-Theology Diploma program organized by the Futuristic Education and Research Foundation (FEDAR), Mananthavady. October 30, 2020.

“The Myth of the Warfare between Science and Religion – Contemporary Scholarly Scrutiny,” Interactive workshop for the Candidates the Science-Theology Diploma program organized by the Futuristic Education and Research Foundation (FEDAR), Mananthavady. November 6, 2020.

“An introduction to Neuroethics,” Lecture at UNESCO Bioethics Forums, Course 13, Organised by UNESCO Chair in Bioethics, University of Haifa, Directorate of The Asia Pacific Division and Education Department, Melbourne, Australia, November 7, 2020.

“Big Bang and Bible – Consonance and Dissonance,” Lecture for the Science-Theology Diploma program organized by the Futuristic Education and Research Foundation (FEDAR), Mananthavady. December 11, 2020.

“Sacramental Theology – Perspectives from Natural Sciences,” Lecture for the Science-Theology Diploma program organized by the Futuristic Education and Research Foundation (FEDAR), Mananthavady. December 18, 2020.

“Awakening the Poet and the Mystic.” Talk at the Renewal programme for Priests at CMI Prior General’s House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, January 16, 2019.

“Religious Life - Mysticism in Practice.” Talk for Jubilarian Priests at CMI Prior General’s House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, January 19, 2019.

“Celebrating Celibacy.” Talk at Ongoing Formation Session for Priests at CMI Prior General’s House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, January 23, 2019.

“Awakening the Poet and the Mystic.” Renewal Talk for Priests at CMI Prior General’s House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, February 2, 2019.

“Creation without a Creator: Critical Perspectives on Hawking’s God.” Paper presented at the National Conference on Science and Religion organised by the Indian Institute of Science and Religion, St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad, February 8-10, 2019.

“Neuroscientific Perspectives on Spirituality.” Indian Institute of Spirituality, Bangalore, February 15, 2019.

“Scientific Worldview and the Emerging Paradigms of Peace,” Paper presented at the Annual Conference of the Indian Philosophical Congress on Paradigm of Peace and Prosperity at Nava Nalanda University, Bihar, March 18, 2019.

“Neurological Insights for a Holistic Living,” Paper presented at the Seminar organised by SISR & IISR at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, April 11, 2019.

“Neurological Dimensions of Discernment for Discipleship,” Talk for CMI Priests at the Renewal Programme organised by CMI Prior General’s House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, May 4, 2019.

“Neurological Dimensions of Discernment for Discipleship,” Talk for CMI Priests at the Renewal Programme organised by CMI Prior General’s House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, May 9, 2019.

“Celebrating Celibacy: Some Scientific and Mystical Perspectives,” Talk for CMI Priests at the Renewal Programme organised by CMI Prior General’s House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, May 13, 2019.

“Discernment as the New Paradigm of Religious Obedience.” Talk for CMI Priests at the Renewal Programme organised by CMI Prior General’s House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, May 18, 2019.

“Genome Revolution and the Prospects and Perils of Transhumanist Ambitions,” National Seminar organised by the Wayand Forum for Science and Religion, Mananthavady, June 18, 2019.

“Neurology of Sexuality and Spirituality,” House of Compassion, Hyderabad, June 29, 2019.

“The Challenges of Stockholm Syndrome to Authentic Love and Freedom,” Talk at the Youth Seminar organised by the Delhi Youth Forum at Vasntkunj, New Delhi, July 21, 2019.

“Understanding Faith in a Scientific Culture,” Talk at the Seminar organised by the Youth Commission of the Diocese of Faridabad, Janakpuri, New Delhi, August 4, 2019.

“Discernment and Discipleship,” Talk at the Priests’ Koinonia at CMI Prior General’s House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, August 10, 2019.

“Neuroscience, Sexuality and Spirituality,” Talk at the Department of Philosophy at Paurastya Vidyapitham, Vadavathoor, August 12, 2019.

“Cosmic Spirituality and the Restoration of Mysticism in Religious Life,” Address to the Philosophy Students at Mater Dei Institute, Goa, September 14, 2019.

“Scientific Insights for Faith Formation of the Youth,” Talk at the Youth Seminar at Jasola, New Delhi, October 6, 2019.

“The Scientific Plausibility of Miraculous Healing,” Talk at the Seminar on Miracles and Healing hosted by KCBC Vigilant Commission at Pastoral Orientation Centre, Palarivattom, Cochin, October 29, 2019.

“Science and Peace – Promises and Perils,” Lecture at LIPI-XLRI Diploma Program at Loyola Institute of Peace and International Relations, Kaloor, Kochi, December 7, 2019.

Chaired the Session on Artificial Intelligence at the International Conference on Virtues: Perspectives and Practices Organised by the Pontifical Institute, Aluva, January 29-31, 2018.

“Human Soul - Towards a Neurological Understanding,” International Symposium on Developments in the Neurological Sciences and the New Interpretation of the Spiritual Dimension of Humans,” Organised by the Indian Institute of Science and Religion, New Delhi, St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, 9-11 February 2018.

“Interdisciplinarity of Humanities and Natural Science,” Keynote Address at the Inauguration of Science Club at Vimala College, Thrissur, February 15, 2018.

“Combating Atheism – Methodological Issues,” Address to the Kerala Forum of the Forum for Rational Faith, at Khrist Jyoti Provincial House, Mudickal, March 2, 2018.

“Combating Atheism – Methodological Issues,” Address to the Bangalore Forum of the Forum for Rational Faith, at Khrist Jyoti Provincial House, Mudickal, March 9, 2018.

“Effectiveness in Mission and Ministry – Some Scientific Reflections,” Address to the Senior Priests Meet at CMI General House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, Kochi, March 10, 2018.

“The Neurological Proximity Between Sexuality, Spirituality and Aesthetics,” Address to the CMI Young Priests Meet at CMI General House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, Kochi, March 14, 2018.

Response to “Conflict Resolution and Social Harmony,” at the Workshop on Peace-building Organised by Loyola Institute of Peace and International Relations, Cochin, at Lumen Jyothis Kaloor, Cochin, March 17, 2018.

“Towards Building Peace – A Praxis Induced Paradigm,” at International Symposium Organised by the Department of Social Work, Loyola College of Social Sciences in Collaboration with the Kerala Association of Professional Social Workers, Trivandrum as part of World Social Work Day Celebrations, March 20, 2018.

“The Neurological Proximity Between Sexuality, Spirituality and Aesthetics,” Address to the CMI Young Priests Meet at CMI General House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, Kochi, March 27, 2018

“Neurological Tips for Awakening the Inner Poet and Mystic,” Address to the First CMI First Professed Seminarians, April 8, 2018.

“Awakening the Poet and the Mystic: Neurological Perspectives,” Address to the College Going Seminarians, Anugraha Renewal Centre, Vazhoor, Ponkunnam, May 15, 2018.

“An Assessment of the Growth of Atheism in Kerala,” Address to the Malayalam Academy, Papal Seminary, Pune, June 19, 2018.

“Challenges to Priesthood Today,” Address at the Workshop for Priests of the Diocese of Kothamangalam, at NESTT (Nirmala Centre for Educational, Spiritual and Theological Training), Moovattupuzha, July 23, 2018.

“Neuroscience, Spirituality and Mysticism,” Workshop on Neuroscience and Religion at Calvary Philosophical College, Thrissur, August 4, 2018.

“Developments in Physics - Some Interdisciplinary Issues,” Keynote Address at the Seminar Organised by the Department of Physics at Bharata Matha College, Thrikkakara, August 31, 2018.

“Neurological Singularity - Some Philosophical Perspectives,” Paper Presentation at the National Conference on Science, Technology and the Future of the World at St. Xavier’s College, Trivandrum, September 5-6, 2018.

“Homosexuality – Scientific, Legal and Moral Positions,” Address to the Newman Association of India Discussion Forum at Lumen Jyothis, Kaloor, September 27, 2018.

“The Dynamic Understanding of Matter in Eastern Philosophy – Reflections in the Light of the Discovery of Gravitational Waves,” International Symposium on The Discovery of Gravitational Waves and the Future of Religion and Society, Organised by the Indian Institute of Science and Religion, New Delhi at Jnana Deepa Vidyapeeth, Pune, January 20 – 23, 2017.

Resurrection and Miracles in the Perspective of Physics,” Workshop on Science and Christian Faith: The Contemporary Engagement, Organised by the Science and Religion Forum, Wayanad at Pastoral Centre, Dwaraka, Manathavady, May 22-24, 2017.

“Sexuality and Spirituality and Synonyms for Brain,” Address to the Priests at CMI General House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, Monday, May 29, 2017.

“Learning to Dwell Poetically,” Address to the Seminarians at St. Joseph’s Seminary, Chemparakky, Perumbavoor, June 15, 2017.

“From Cosmic Harmony to Social Harmony,” Address to the Meeting of the Manava Sauhardha Vedi at Chemparakky, Perumbavoor, June 25, 2017.

“The Rediscovery of God in Science,” Address to Parish Meet at St. Chavara Parish, Khadki, Pune, July 30, 2017.

“Celibate Sublimation Vs Sexual Suppression – Insights from Neuroscience,” Address to the Theologians, Organised by the Students’ Council, Papal Seminary, Pune, Monday, July 31, 2017.

“Sexuality and Neuroscience,” Extension Lecture Organised by the Association of Science, Society and Religion, at Jnana Deepa Vidyapeeth, Pune, August 2, 2017.

“Sexuality, Spirituality and Aesthetics – Neurological Perspectives,” CMI General House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, Cochin, August 14, 2017.

“Sexuality, Spirituality and Aesthetics – Neurological Perspectives,” CMI General House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, Cochin, September 10, 2017.

“Modern Cosmology and Insights for a Cosmic Spirituality,” Address to the Priests of the Diocese of Gorakhpur, October 28, 2017.

“Death, Near Death Experience and Life after Death in Scientific Perspective,” Address to the Convention at St. George Church, Koodalapppad, November 1, 2017.

"Geoengineering - A Magic Bullet to combat Climate Change," 5th Annual Conference of International Association for Education in Ethics at Centre for Ethics, Yenepoya University, Mangalore, November 15 – 17, 2017.

National Conference on Recent Developments in Medical Sciences and the Need for Exploring Innovative Ethical Researches, Fr. Muller Medical College, Mangalore, November 21 – 22, 2017

“Neuroscience and Neurotheology,” National Seminar on “Modern Science and Contemporary Religions in Dialogue - Challenges and Opportunities,” Organised by Little Flower Institute of Philosophy an d Religion, Aluva, 24-25 November 2017.

“Awakening the Mystic Within Towards the Effectiveness of Ministry,” Address to the Senior Priest, CMI General House, Chavara Hills, Kakkanad, November 29, 2017.

“Particle Physics and the Mystery of Matter,” Seminar on Modern Cosmology and Religion at St. Joseph's Seminary, Makkiyad, December 6 – 7, 2017.

“Neurological Singularities: A New Conceptual Ground for a Constructive Cultural Identity,” International Symposium on Technology, Religion and Cultural Identity - An Exploration from Comparative Multi-Polar Perspective, at University of Madras, Chennai, December 13-14, 2017.

“Bridging the Divide Between Science and Faith,” at the Seminar on Science and Faith at Suvidya College, Electronic City, Bangalore, February 21 – 26, 2016.

“Are Science and Religion at War?” Address at the Seminar on Science Religion Dialogue Organised by the Post Graduate Department of Marian College, Kuttikkanam, March 3, 2016.

“Carbon Dioxide Removal Geoengineering – An Emerging Alternative to Carbon Trading,” UGC Sponsored International Carbon Credit Conference: Trading Prospects from Indian Carbon Market Perspective, Organised by the PG Department of Commerce and Research Centre, Bharata Mata College, Thrikkakara, Kochi, August 29-31, 2016.

“Insights for a Mystical Spirituality from Cotemporary Science,” Seminar on Mysticism – Its Contemporary Relevance,” at Udasin Karshni Ashram, Ramanreti, Gokul, Mathura, November 18 – 20, 2016.

“Science and the Empowerment of Women,” at the Seminar on Science and Religion at Patna Women's College, Patna, November 25, 2016.

International Conference on Mathematical Sciences and Religion, Lonavala, Pune, January 8, 2015, organised by the Indian Institute of Science and Religion, Pune.

“God in the World of Science and Technology,” Seminar on Science and Philosophy at National Institute of Technology, Calicut, January 11, 2015.

“An Indian Appropriation of the Principle of Autonomy in Bioethics,” Seminar of Bioethics at Father Muller Medical College, January 14, 2015.

“Science and Catholic Faith in Everyday Encounter,” Convention talk at St. Antony’s Forane Church, Kurumpanadom, Changanacherry, January 15, 2015.

“Science and Christianity – Historical and Theological Engagements,” Workshop for Theologians at Sanathana MCBS Theological Seminary, Thamarassery, January 30, 2015.

Chaired the Session on “Multiculturalism – A Step Toward Human Unity,” at the ICPR National Seminar on Multiculturalism and the Politics of Recognition: Its Philosophical Dimensions, Organised by the Department of Philosophy, Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady, 12-13 February 2015.

“Science and the Respectability of Religious Faith,” Address to the Youth Convention at Chittoor, Snehasusrushalayam, South Chittoor, Kochi, February 14, 2015.

“Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Neuroscience, Neuroethics and Neuroreligion,” Presentation at the “Developments in Medical Technologies – Ethical, Philosophical and Religious Implications,” Organised by the Father Muller Medical College, Mangalore, June 5, 2015.

“Eucharist and Consecrated Life,” Address to the Religious Meet at St. Thomas Church, Pulluvazhy, Perumbavoor, June 12, 2015.

“The Scientific Myth of the Death of God,” Address to the Convention at Our Lady of Dolours Basilica, Thrissur, June 13, 2015⋅

“Science Confirms the Altruism of Religious Life,” Address to the Community at Bethany Ashram, Pune, June 29, 2015.

“Interpreting Faith in Contemporary Language,” Address to the Catechism Teachers of Faridabad Diocese, Infant Jesus Church, Palam, New Delhi, July 5, 2015.

“Religion as a Talent in the Brain,” Address to the Parents and Teachers of Catechism, St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara Church, Harinagar, New Delhi, July 12, 2015.

“Science, Technology and the Deep Technology of Nature,” at the Workshop on Holistic Engineering & Technological Singularity, Workshop at Viswajyothi College of Engineering and Technology, Vazhakkulam, August 1, 2015.

“Cosmic Harmony and Cosmic Spirituality,” at the Workshop on Holistic Engineering & Technological Singularity, Workshop at Viswajyothi College of Engineering and Technology, Vazhakkulam, August 1, 2015.

“Freedom Vs Determinism – Analysis of the Neurological Findings of Benjamin Libet,” At the National Symposium on Mastery Meets Mystery: Intersecting Science, Philosophy, Religion and Culture, on the Occasion of the 70th Birthday of Dr Job Kozhamthadam, at Navjivan Renewal Centre, Civil Lines, New Delhi, December 11-13, 2015.

“Sustainability and Eco-footprint,” National Seminar on Sustainable Development at John Paul II Memorial College, Labbakkada, Kattappana, January 16, 2014.

“Science and Human Liberation,” Seminar on Science in History – A Social Perspective During the Art and Science Exhibition Organised by the Nirmalagiri College, Nirmalagiri, Koothuparamba, January 20-24, 2014.

“Teaching Big Bang and Evolution in Catechism Curriculum,” Address to the Convention of the Catechism Teachers of the Diocese of Faridabad, Infant Jesus Church, Palam, New Delhi. January 26, 2014.

“Understanding Catholic Dogma in a Scientific Culture,” Workshop on Science and Religion at Good Shepherd Major Seminary, Kunnoth, Jan 29, 2014.

“Introduction to Religious and Philosophical Frontiers in Genetics and Neuroscience,” International Symposium on Genetics and Neuroscience – Frontiers in Philosophy, Religion and Ethics, Organised by Institute of Science and Religion, Little Flower Seminary, Aluva, February 8-10, 2014.

“Science and Faith,” Workshop at Subodhana Regional Pastoral Centre, Angamaly, Feb 21, 2014.

“Dialoguing Between Creation in Genesis and the Big Bang,” at Theological Forum, Devagiri Church, Calicut, March 30, 2014.

“Philosophy and Science: The Epistemic Paradigm Shift,” Special Lecture at Chennai Philosophy Forum, Kotturpuram, Chennai, April 26, 2014.

“Theory of Evolution – A Theological Friend in Disguise,” Workshop for Priests of the Diocese of Kanjirappilly at Pastoral Animation Centre, Anakkara, June 2-4, 2014.

“Big Questions in Life and Meaning-Making through Science,” Lecture for the Faculty and Students of Sacred Heart SSS Suratgarh, Rajasthan, September 1, 2014.

“Geoengineering: Scientific and Ethical Perspectives,” National Seminar at Nirmalagiri College, Koothuparamba, October 7, 2014.

Big Bang – The Theistic and Atheistic Debate,” at the Seminar for Young Clergy of the Archdiocese of Ernakulam held at Renewal Centre, Kaloor, November 26, 2014.

Is Religion and Faith Still Relevant? Responses to the Questions of the Youth,” Interaction with the Youth of the Kanjirappilly Diocese, Kanjirappilly, November 29, 2014.

“Resurrection of Bodies and Eternity in the Light of Modern Physics,” Address to the Theological Forum, Devagiri College, Calicut, December 14, 2014.

“The Triumph of Matter - Christmas message on Faith and Science to the College Community of St Joseph's College Devagiri, Calicut, December 19, 2014.

National Seminar on Big Bang and Beyond – Some Religious Implications of Particle Physics, organised by Association of Science, Society, and Religion, Pune, held at St. Stanislaus Villa, Lonavala, January 19-20, 2013.

“Thou art Dust. Thou Shall Transcend.” Address to the National Seminar on Science and Religion Organised by the Association of Science, Society and Spirituality, Jnana Deepa Vidyapeeth, January 21, 2013.

National Seminar on Scientific Developments and the Decline of Spirituality, Organised by the Interreligious Study Forum, Deva Matha College, Kuravilangad, Feb 21- 22, 2013.

Teachers Seminar for the Diocese of Thamarassery on the Diocesan Day, Pastoral Centre, Thamarassery,2013 Apr 20

“Science and Religion” Full Day Workshop for Teachers of the Educational Co-operative Educational Society, Archdiocese of Thalassery, held at Vimal Jyoti Engineering College, Chemperi, Apr 29, 2013.

One Day Seminar for Teachers of the Educational Corporative Society, Archdiocese of Thalassery, held at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall, Iritty, Apr 30, 2013.

“Science and Religion” Full Day Workshop for Teachers of the Co-operative Educational Society, Archdiocese of Thalassery, held at St. Thomas HSS, Thomapuram, May 1, 2013.

“The Mission of Priests in Promoting Science-Religion Dialogue,” National Seminar of the Priests of the Vincentian Congregation at Vincentian Generalate, Edappilly, August 11 – 12, 2013.

“Faith and Reason – No Conflict Between Truth and Truth,” Talk on the Document Faith and Reason by Pope John Paul II, at POC, August 17, 2013.

“Fides et Ratio Nos 32-36 – No Conflict Between Truth and Truth,” Talk on the Document Faith and Reason by Pope John Paul II, at POC, August 23-25, 2013.

“Scientific Temper and the Rationality of Faith,” Address to the Higher Secondary Youth of the Dioceses of Palai, Kanjirappilly and Changanacherry, Organised under the Aegis of the Sastrapatham Magazine, St. Berchmans College, Changanacherry, Sep 20, 2013.

“Faith Formation in the Contemporary Scientific Culture,” Convention of the Catechism Teachers of the Diocese of Irinjalakkuda, St. Mary’s Forane Parish Hall, Chalakkudy, Sept 21, 2013.

“Science and Theology,” Workshop on Science and Theology Organized by Alpha Institute of Theology and Science, Thalassery, at De Paul Institute, Angamaly, Oct 27, 2013.

“Intersecting Physics, Philosophy and Theology: Emerging Epistemic Grounds.” Paper presented at the I.C.P.R. Sponsored National Seminar on Rationality, Science, and Theology, Organised by the Department of Philosophy at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, Wednesday, December 21-23, 2013.

National Symposium on Recent Developments in Biological Sciences: Challenges and Opportunities to Christian Faith,” Organised by Mater Dei Academy, Institute Mater Dei, Santa Monica, Old Goa in association with Jnana-Deepa Vidyapeeth, Pune, 14 January 2012.

“Dimensions of the Absolute – Meeting of Science and Philosophy,” Keynote Lecture at the UGC Sponsored Seminar organised by the Zakir Husain College, Delhi University, March 21-22, 2012.

“Cosmic Profession and Rituals in Medical Practice and Bioethics,” Address to the Faculty and Students of Fr. Muller Medical College, Mangalore, April 25, 2012.

“Faith and Science: Opposing or Converging Forces?” 7th Rev. Fr George Vayalil MSFS Memorial Lectures on Faith in God – Challenges and Responsibilities at Indian Institute of Spirituality, Bangalore, October 1-2, 2012.

“Rational Respectability of Christian Faith,” Address to the Faith Year Seminar held at the Generalate of the Sisters of the Destitute, Aluva, December 2, 2012.

International Symposium on Emerging Trends in Bioethics – Indian Context and Perspectives, Organised by the Institute to Science and Religion, Aluva, jointly with the Indian Council of Philosophical Research and the Indian Institute of Science and Religion, Pune, held at Little Flower Seminary, Aluva, on January 8-11, 2011.

“The Epistemic Challenges from Science to Philosophy,” Address to the Staff and Students of the Department of Philosophy at Banaras Hindu University, September 23, 2011.

“Nanoscience, Nanospace and the Transcendence of Matter,” Paper presentation at the International Symposium on Science-Religion Dialogue in the world of Nanoscience: The Encounter between the Mastery of Science and the Mystery of Religion, at Avion Holiday Resort, Lonavala, January 1-5, 2010.

National Seminar on Epistemology and Cognitive Science: Their Interplay in Contemporary Knowledge Analysis, Organised by the Department of Philosophy, Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady, January 30-31, 2010.

National Seminar on Science and Religion Dialogue: An Interface between the Mastery of Science and the Mystery of Religion, Organised by St. Thomas Society for Science and Religion, St. Thomas College, Palai, Mar 8-9, 2010.

“Science and Spirituality,” Address to Acharya Palackal Jeevas Kendram, St. Antony’s Monastery, Aluva, November 20, 2010.

“Cosmological Developments and Cosmic Spirituality,” International Conference on Catholicism in the World of Science, Organised by the Patriarchal Seminary, Rachol, Salcete, Goa, December 17-20, 2010.

Thou art Dust, Thou Shall Not Return to Dust – The Neuroscience of Spirituality,” Address at the College of Nursing, St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore, 2010.

International Symposium on Recent Developments in Brain-Mind Study, the Human Soul and Spirituality Organised by the Indian Institute of Science and Religion, held at Avion Holiday Resort, Lonavala, Pune, January1-5, 2009.

“Theory of Evolution: A Philosophical and Religious Appropriation,” Seminar at Lyceum, Department of Philosophy, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh. April 2, 2009.

“Neuroscience and Free Will a Philosophical Appropriation of Benjamin Libet,” Address Paper presented at the National Conference on Culture and Philosophy of Science in India, on at The Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture, Calcutta, on April 4 – 6, 2009.

“Biomedical Ethics in the Perspective of Philosophy of Science,” Seminar for the Faculty and students of Father Muller Medical College, April 25, 2009.

“Principles of Hindu Buddhist Bioethics – A Christian Appropriation,” Lecture at the Institute of Ethics, Dublin City University, Ireland, May 13, 2009.

“Bioethics in the Indian Perspective and Dialoguing with the Christian View,” Lecture at Mater Dei Institute, Dublin Ireland, May 14, 2009.

"Metaphysics of Quantum Physics,” Seminar at the Department of Philosophy, Aligarh Muslim University, July 28, 2009.

National Seminar on Science and Religion – The Contemporary Engagement, Organised by Newman College, Thodupuzha, September 14-15, 2009. “Matter-Energy-Spirit: Scientific Knowledge and Spiritual Understanding,” Special Lecture at the National Conference on Science and Religion: Technological Advancements in Science and its Socio-Religious Impact, Organised by the Gospel and Plough Theological Institute, Allahabad Agricultural University, Sep 29-30, 2009.

“Creation and Evolution,” Talk at the Samskarikavedi Organised by the Purogamana Kala Sahityavedi on the Occasion of the 150th Anniversary of the Publication of the Origin of Species by Charles Darwin on November 24, 2009.

“Science-Religion Relationship Today,” Seminary for the Annual Conference of Religious India at Jeevas Kendra, Aluva, on December 19, 2009.

“Galileo Episode Revisited,” Seminar for the Corporate Teachers, at Pastoral Centre, Dwaraka, Mananthavady, December 19, 2009.

“The Neurology of Religious Belief: Brain’s Experience of the Divine,” Lecture organised by Jeevalaya Forum for Science, Religion and Society (JEFSER), at Jeevalaya Institute of Philosophy, Bangalore, December 5, 2009.

“Future of Philosophy – Suggestions from Philosophy of Science,” National Seminar on Future of Philosophy at the Department of Philosophy, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, December 14-15, 2009.

“The Future of Man – Neuroscientific Technological Revolutions,” Seminar at St. Joseph’s Training College, Mannanam, Kottayam, Jan 24, 2008.

“Ecological Crisis and Responses from Emergent Eco-philosophy,” National Seminar on Science, Spirituality and Sustainability at Sri Ramakrishna Math, Arunapuram, Palai, February 2, 2008.

Dr Miguel Farias’s Lecture on Top Down Modulation of Pain via Religious Belief: Role of the Anterior Lateral Prefrontal Cortex,” at the Department of Biotechnology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, February 12, 2008.

National Seminar on Intersecting Science, Philosophy and Religion – An Indian Perspective organised under the aegis of the Indian Council of Philosophical Research (ICPR Conference), New Delhi on June 14-16, 2008.

“Christian Faith and the Neuroscientific Revolution,” CBCI-CSRS Seminar on Christian Faith in a World of Science – Challenges and Opportunities, Organised by the Association of Science, Society and Religion, Pune, at Ishvani Kendra, Pune, August 18 – 20, 2008.

“Science, Philosophy and Religion,” Seminar, St. John’s Regional Seminary, Kondadaba, Andhra Pradesh, Sep 1-2, 2008.

“Modern Cosmology in Interdisciplinary Perspective,” Workshop at De Paul Institute of Religion and Philosophy, Bangalore, on September 7 – 12, 2008

“Unity of Knowledge in Science, Philosophy and Religion,” National Seminar, Manavikam Social and Eco Circle, CSI Retreat Centre, Kottayam, Sept 19-20, 2008.

“Mind Over Matter – Recent Developments in Neuroscience and Implications for Religion,” Address to the Association of Science, Society and Religion, Jnana Deepa Vidyapeeth, Pune, November 14, 2008.

International Conference on Advances in Neuroscience & XXVI Annual Meeting of Indian Academy of Neuroscience, at Centre for Neuroscience, Department of Biotechnology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Cochin, December 12-14, 2008.

“The Emerging Interface Between Science and Religion,” Seminar and the Launching of the Science-Religion Club at Marian College, Kuttikkanam on August 17, 2007. Seminar on The Emerging Interface Between Science and Religion: Towards a Better Tomorrow, St. Dominic’s College, Kanjirappilly, August 17, 2007.

Workshop on Science, Philosophy and Faith at Ruhalaya Major Seminary, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, November 6-7, 2007.

International Symposium on “Science-Religion Dialogue and the Cosmic Future: The Perspectives of Teilhard De Chardine and Sri Aurobindo organised by the Indian Institute of Science and Religion, Pune at Avion Holiday Resort, Lonavala, January 2-6, 2006.

“Philosophical Assumptions of a Technological Ethics,” National Symposium on Technology, Philosophy and Ethics,” Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi. January 21, 2006.

God Talk in the Contemporary Cosmological Context, CBCI-CSRS Seminar, at Sandesa Bhavan, Tellichery, Feb. 11-12, 2006.

“Complexity in Science and Religion,” Lecture by Pauline, Glycobiology Institute, Dublin at Institute of Science and Religion, Little Flower Seminary, Aluva. February 17, 2006. Lecture by Dr S. Chatterjee, “Indian Scientific Venture – Prospects and Promises,” at Institute of Science and Religion, Little Flower Seminary, Aluva. March 8. 2006.

“Science and Religion – The New Culture of Integration,” Workshop for the Catholic Teachers Guild, Archdiocese of Thrissur, July 8-9, 2006.

International Symposium on Modern Science, Mysticism and East-West Dialogue Organised by Association of Science, Society and Religion, at Avion Holiday Resort, Lonavala, January 2-6, 2005.

“The Changing Paradigms of Science-Religion Interaction over the History,” at Vincentian Vidyabhavan, Aluva, May 20-22, 2005.

Science and the Eviction of God – Myth or Reality - National Seminar Organised jointly with the Bishop Kurialacherry Society for Science and Religion at Bishop Kurialacherry College for Women, Amalagiri, Kottayam on June 15-16, 2005.

The Different Facets of Science-Religion-Dialogue,” Vimala College Trissur, August 20, 2005.

Recent Interaction between Science, Philosophy and Religion - Workshop at Sameeksha, Kalady, September 7, 2005.

“Scientific Worldview and Interreligious Dialogue,” Response at the Interfaith Dialogue Seminar Organised by the KCBC Commission for Dialogue, at Pastoral Orientation, Centre, Palarivattom, April 12, 2005.

Recent Scientific Developments: A Religious and Philosophical Appropriation - Workshop at Loyola College, Trivandrum, October 4, 2005.

Seminar on Christian Faith in an Evolving World of Science,” Organised under the Aegis of the CBCI-CSRS, held at Chaitanya Pastoral Institute, Kottayam, October 29-30, 2005. Workshop on Christian Theology and Modern Science, Organised by the Faculty of Theology, Vijnana Nilayam, Eluru, Nov 3-5, 2005.

“Time Travel, Multidimensional space and their Implications for Religion,” Department of Physics, at Sacred Heart College, Thevara, November 17, 2005.

“Future Technologies (Nanotechnology, Cryonics, Artificial Intelligence) – A Philosophical Outlook,” Workshop at Ruhalaya Major Seminary, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, December 6-9, 2005.

International Symposium on Modern Science, Values and the Quest for Unity organised by IISR in Collaboration with Ahmednagar College, Ahmednagar & Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, held at Regal Hotel, Mahabaleswar, January 2-6, 2004.

“Science and Religion – From Conflict to Complementarity,” Workshop for Catholic Teachers Guild, Thrissur, January 31, 2004.

Zecharia’s Memorial Lecture on Science and Religion – From Conflict to Complementarity Organised by the Pontifical Institute of Theology and Philosophy, Aluva, at St. Joseph’s Pontifical Seminary, Carmelgiri, Aluva. November 19, 2004.

National Conference on Physics, Philosophy & Religion: The Emerging Interface, Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology Kakkanad, Kochi, on November 20, 2004.

International Conference on Biotechnology & Neuroscience, at Cochin University of Science and Technology, Organised by the Centre for Neuroscience, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Cochin, December 29-31, 2004.

“Biotech Revolution – Challenges to Society, Religion and Ethics,” National Conference on Science, Society and Ethics, Organised by Institute of Science and Religion, at Ashirbhavan, Cochin, September 27-28, 2003.

CTNS-SRCP International Introductory Workshop on Science, Technology and Values: Worldviews in Dialogue, organised by ASSR, Pune, held at Hotel Taj Blue Diamond, Pune, December 29, 2001 to January 2, 2002.

Science Teachers’ Workshop on Science and Religion, Organised by the Institute of Science and Religion, Ashirbhavan, Kochi, Aug 31 - Sep 1, 2002.

The Scientific Worldview and the Eastern Religions,” Colloquium on Science, Technology and Values, held at Ashirbhavan, Cochin, organized by the ASSR of Pune in preparation to the CTNS-SRCP Regional Workshop in Pune. September 16, 2001.