Events

Multidisciplinary research in the meeting between religion and ethics entails many challenges that are linked to both transformation and conservation. In this talk, examples on how that can be illustrated in concrete situations that are linked to societal changes and legal conflicts of different sorts.

Judaism is founded on the Hebrew Bible and rabbinic writings, and it cannot do without these sources when addressing contemporary issues. This talk will explain the solutions proposed to current bioethical questions, particularly those concerning the beginning and end of life.

Martina Löw argues that the construction of space—both at the global and urban scales—is undergoing a profound transformation.

This presentation seeks to reconsider the role of theology beyond the limited framework of ecclesiastical contexts and theological seminaries. If theology is to provide meaningful guidance and critique for broader social systems, its modes of expression and engagement must be rethought and reshaped to meet these wider demands

The seminar analyses the moral dilemmas that reproductive technologies pose to the Catholic Church in the context of space exploration, highlighting the tensions between the needs of human survival in space and the ethical principles of Catholic doctrine.

The topic of migratory flows is central today to understanding the practices and discourses that regulate the movements of migrant populations and govern people's very lives. Migratory flows are subject to constant biopolitical control: the seminar will offer an archaeo-genalogical reading of this.

The seminar will start with an analysis of the phenomenon of so-called obstetrical violence, which is currently at the centre of media and academic debate, taking a look at practices liable to constitute obstetrical violence and countries that have legislated on the subject.

This presentation focuses on wolves as enchantment in Thompson, Manitoba’s tourist industry, focusing on implosions—the erosion of borders between meanings—while examining the industry’s faulting.

The 2025 Summer Symposium organized by the Center for Religious Studies of FBK will bring together scholars from diverse fields to discuss the semiotic ideologies underlying processes of conservation and transformation.

Enrico Piergiacomi, one of the leading international experts on Epicurus’ philosophy, will talk about Epicurean hedonism and the reasons behind the invitation to enjoy the pleasures of life in moderation

Come cambia l'identità di una persona con Alzheimer e dei suoi familiari? Cosa vuol dire prendersene cura? Quali sono i diritti e i bisogni delle persone coinvolte? L'incontro si propone di esplorare da diverse prospettive l'impatto di questa malattia.

This contribution examines the intersections of feminisms, religions, and digital media, with a focus on podcasts as sites that can enable both the transformation and the reinforcement of religious traditions and norms.