Monday, April 23rd, 6pm
***Union Station , Northampton***
Dawkins walks into a madrassa:
How evolution is used in promoting ‘clash of civilizations’ narrative
- How does biological evolution sometimes feed into the ”clash of civilizations” narrative?
- Do Muslims accept biological evolution?
- Is evolution even taught in Muslim-majority countries?
- How can scientists make positive contributions to discussions over biological evolution?
Salman Hameed, aka “Mr. Universe” on Monte Belmonte’s WRIS radio program, is Charles Taylor Chair and associate professor of integrated science & humanities in the school of Cognitive Science at Hampshire College. His primary research interest focuses on understanding the reception of science in the Muslim world and how Muslims view the relationship between science & religion.
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