Research
For too long, the grand narratives of science have sought to explain existence through material forces alone, leaving profound questions of consciousness, purpose, and intrinsic value unanswered and often unasked. What if our universe is not merely a collection of inert particles, but a deeply relational and conscious entity? What if the path to true understanding requires a radical integration of scientific inquiry, philosophical depth, and the timeless wisdom of ancient traditions.
Research Areas
Consciousness Studies
Exploring the nature of consciousness from both scientific and philosophical perspectives, investigating its role as a fundamental aspect of reality. Our work confronts the 'hard problem' of consciousness: explaining how physical brain activity gives rise to 'qualia'—the irreducible, subjective experience of redness, pain, or music. We also explore the 'harder problem': Who is the persistent, conscious experiencer that perceives this reality? We posit that consciousness is the primary and undeniable aspect of existence, the very means by which we know reality at all. Learn More
Cosmology & Origins
Examining models of the universe, from the Big Bang to alternative cosmologies found in traditional wisdom texts, seeking a more comprehensive view of reality. Is the universe just a random event? Our research explores the 'scientific hints' that suggest deeper intention. We investigate the profound implications of cosmic fine-tuning , the statistically impossible low entropy of the early universe , and the 'unseen majority' of dark matter and energy. We challenge the idea of a purely random cosmos, asking: if the universe is so finely tuned for life, wasn't it tuned by someone? Bhāgavata philosophy proposes a consciousness-based universe with a deeper, intentional design."
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Metaphysics
Arguing for the objective reality of good and evil, our Academic Dean Dr. Howard Resnick defines metaphysics as 'the study of real things that are not empirical or physical,' such as souls and moral principles. We contend that all civilization—from justice systems to notions of equality—is fundamentally built upon these metaphysical claims. We assert that a 'first philosophical principle' serves as the 'self-evident source and foundation of objective morality' , as principles are objectively good because they emanate from the very nature of this source, which is infinite goodness.
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Our research confronts the profound 'white spots' in conventional theory. We investigate Biogenesis, questioning the 'spontaneous appearance of life from chemicals,' and challenge evolutionary paradigms by exploring the 'riddle of instinct'. By analyzing complex, inherited behaviors that defy simple gradualist explanations—such as the Australian malleefowl's 'extraordinary breeding method'—we foster a rigorous, interdisciplinary dialogue on the origins and intricate design of life.
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Animal Ethics & Environmentalism
Our work fosters a deeper ethical engagement with non-human life. We advocate for a virtue-based ethic rooted in satya (truth), which compels us to attend to reality with care, 'acknowledging the being of others as real and important, thereby refusing to dominate and allowing space for their existence'. This position is grounded in research arguing that animals experience qualia, such as pain, as demonstrably real. This relational view extends to our 'deep connection with... the environment' , driving inquiry into sustainable, regenerative systems and 'earth ethics'.
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