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Exploring the Nature of Justification: Insights from James Pryor's Research
James Pryor, a philosopher at New York University and a member of the "Practical and Theoretical Rationality: A Comparative Study" research group at the Israel Institute for Advanced Studies in 2012, grapples with the elusive concept of justification in his paper, "Is There Immediate Justification?" Immediate justification, as Pryor discusses, refers to the idea that beliefs can be justified without relying on other beliefs or evidence.
Prof. Ronit Ricci Explores Javanese Literature in "Storied Island"
Prof. Ronit Ricci, a former IIAS fellow and recipient of the prestigious Michael Bruno Memorial Award, presents her latest edited volume, "Storied Island: New Explorations in Javanese Literature."
"Storied Island" offers a fresh perspective on Javanese literature, a rich yet often overlooked tradition spanning over a millennium. Ricci, both editor and contributor, delves into the nuances of Javanese literary expression, examining its evolution, cultural influences, and relationship with traditional arts like puppetry and dance.
Investigating Excimer Formation: Insights from Dr. Roi Baer's Research
Dr. Roi Baer, a former fellow at IIAS during the 2011-2012 academic year and the organizer of the Jerusalem Nonadiabatica conference in 2018, has contributed to a significant study recently published in The Journal of Chemical Physics.
In this study, Dr. Baer and his team delved into the intricate relationship between light and molecules, with a focus on a molecule called [2,2]-paracyclophane (PCP). Their objective was to uncover the mechanisms behind the formation of "excimers" within PCP—instances where molecules forge unique bonds when exposed to light.
Ruth Feldman's Groundbreaking Research on Human Bonding to be Published in "Synchronized"
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Hodder Press is set to release "Synchronized: The Science of How and Why We Bond," the debut book by psychologist and neuroscientist Ruth Feldman, a former fellow at the IIAS and part of "The Influential Child: The Role of Children's Psychobiology and Socialization in Development" research group.
Omer Bartov explores Holocaust References and Contemporary Discourse in 'Weaponizing Language'"
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Omer Bartov, a former fellow at the IIAS and participant in the "Galicia: Literary and Historical Approaches to the Construction of a Jewish Place" research group, delves into the resurgence of Holocaust references in public discourse in his Essay "Weaponizing Language."
Highlighting the alarming rise in antisemitism and violent actions against Jews, Bartov explores the misuse of terms like genocide and Holocaust, particularly within the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Former IIAS Fellow Yohanan Petrovsky-Shtern Unveils War-themed Exhibition in Chicago
Yohanan Petrovsky-Shtern, Ukrainian-American historian, artist, former fellow at the IIAS and part of the "Cultural Archaeology of Jews and Slavs: Medieval and Early Modern Judeo-Slavic Interaction and Cross-Fertilization" and " Cosmopolitan Spaces in an Urban Context: A Case Study of Odessa, 1880-1925" research groups, has launched his "Confronting Catastrophes" exhibition in Chicago.
Professor Jonathan D. Sarna Reflects on the Impact of October 7 Attacks on Jewish communities across North America.
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Historian and former IIAS fellow, Professor Jonathan D. Sarna, recently engaged in a thought-provoking discussion shedding light on the reverberations of the October 7 attacks in Israel. Hosted by Jeffrey Salkin, the conversation delved into the profound implications of these events on Jewish communities, both in Israel and the United States.