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Knowledge may be destructive; Enlightenment is always constructive. InternationalInternational ConferenceConference onon ScienceScience andand JainJain PhilosophyPhilosophy JanuaryJanuary 8-10,8-10, 20162016 || VVenue:enue: IITIIT BombayBombay Register online at www.icsjp.org E-mail: [email protected] Contact +91 96198 21485, +91 98196 04985 Secretariat Noble Mission. Global Vision. BX-01, Woodland, H8, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai – 400 076. Organized by In collaboration with Follow us on Bhagawan Mahavira International Research Centre, IIT Bombay International Conference on Science and Jain Philosophy Jain Vishva Bharati Institute (Deemed University), Ladnun, Rajasthan, India University of Mumbai Somaiya Vidyavihar @jainphilosophy Knowledge Partner Centre for Philosophy and Foundations of Science, New Delhi Knowledge precedes conduct. Knowledge comes - Mahavira from learning, wisdom comes from awakening. OBJECTIVE In spite of the unprecedented advancements in science and technology, the scientists themselves have accepted their limitations with regards to knowledge of ultimate truths. They also agree that the global problems like violence, global warming, ORGANIZER disparity etc. have intensified as the consequences of wanton use of technology. On the other hand, the ancient wisdom, manifested in Bhagawan Mahavira International Research Centre (BMIRC) the "darshan" (vision) of the sages and seers, especially the Jain Tirthankars, have deeper vision of ultimate reality which includes With a view to integrate science and Jain philosophy and to evolve a Consciousness as well as the physical world. On the basis of this scientific approach to understanding of Jain traditions, BMIRC has kind of intuitive vision, they have prescribed certain spiritual recently been established at Jain Vishva Bharati Institute (Deemed techniques to mitigate the destructive emotions, giving birth to the University), Ladnun, Rajasthan. The Centre has an ambitious plan of problems like violence etc.It is high time, therefore, that integration promoting research in science and spiritualism and looks forward to of science with Jainism should be worked out for evolving a better collaborate with universities and institutes which would help in human society free from the evils like violence etc. In this context, realizing the goal of integrating science with principles and practices this International Conference on Science and Jain Philosophy has of Jain philosophy. The Centre is in its infancy but has vast potential been organized and it is anticipated that deliberations in the for advancing scientific knowledge in spiritual practices. conference will bridge the gap in Science and Philosophy through an objective approach with scientific spirit. Jain Vishva Bharati Institute (Deemed University) (JVBI) It is hoped that as the outcome of this conference, we would be able The institute, established at Ladnun, Rajasthan (India) 25 years ago, to pave the way for establishing a non-violent, compassionate, just is devoted to holistic education and training. JVBI provides higher and ethical society on global scale. education to students together with inculcation of spiritual and moral values in them through various courses of both types - regular It is found that there is a rich source in the Jain canonical texts for and distant education. There are 7 Departments with defined goals scientific and mathematical research which would go a long way in of academics. Besides teaching courses, university pursues quality establishing a peaceful world-order which is free from violence, research for Ph. D students. Based on recent evaluations, the disparity, injustice and intolerance. The major objective of university has been categorized as an 'A' grade university by Ministry International Conference on Science and Jain Philosophy is to of Human Resource Development, Government of India and re- comprehend the Jain doctrines and practices in the light of present accredited with an 'A' grade by National Assessment and day scientific theories and utilize this comprehensive knowledge in Accreditation Council (NAAC). favour of the humanity at large. TOPICS DIGNITARIES 1. Microcosmology: Paramanu and Atom 2. Macrocosmology: Universe, Cosmography and Cosmogony 3. Jain Mathematics and its Importance 4. Soul and Consciousness Sir Roger Penrose OM FRS Padma Bhushan Justice Dalveer Bhandari 5. Relativism and Jain Logic Recipent of Albert Einstein Medal & Co - Scientist of Stephen Hawking Member, International Court of Justice 6. Laws of Nature and Karma Theory 7. Environment and Ecology 8. Science, Society and Ethics 9. Science and Spirituality Prof. Muni Mahendra Kumar Emeritus Professor, JVBI Agam Manishi HIGHLIGHTS Experimental Workshop Impact of Lifestyle Intervention, Preksha Meditation & Yoga in achieving Padma Vibhushan Padma Shri Holistic Health. Dr. K. Kasturirangan A. S. Kiran Kumar Former Chaiman ISRO Chaiman ISRO Round Table Developing Scientific-cum-Spiritual Technique for inculcation of Moral EMINENT PERSONALITIES - OVERSEAS Values and Development of EQ in Global Education Curriculum. Name Affiliation Place Young Researchers' Program Dr. Anand Vaidya San Jose State University California Dr. Jeffrey D. Long Elizabethtown College Pennsylvania A special session to give an opportunity to young minds to articulate their thoughts and opinions on Modern Science and Jain Philosophy. Dr. M. K. Jain University of Delaware Newark Dr. Rudi Jansma Theosophical Study Center Netherlands Prof. Kazuyuki Akasaka Kyoto Perfectural University Japan Panel Discussions Prof. Kim Skoog University of Guam Gaum 1. International and National Collaboration for Integrating Jainism and Dr. Nalini Balbir University of Paris France Science. 2. Research Problems and Academic Curriculum in Science & Jain Prof. Subhash Jain The University of lowa USA Philosophy. Dr. Luitgard Soni The University of Marburg Austria Prof. Daya Edirisinghe University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka Poster Presentations Prof. Dr. Robert J. Zydenbos Institute of Indology and Tibetology Germany An opportunity of one to one interaction with scientists and scholars. Prof. Thomas Daffern Director, International Institute of UK Peace Studies and Global Philosophy DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS - INDIA Name Affiliation City Padma Shri Dr. Ashok Panagariya Neurologist, Neurology Care and Jaipur We know only the relative truth, Research Specialist Former Head & Prof., Department of Padma Shri Dr. S. C. Manchanda New Delhi absolute truth is known to Cardiology, AIIMS Trustee and Secretary, Foundation for Mr. Rajiv Mehrotra Delhi Universal Observer.- Einstein Universal Responsibility of HH Dalai Lama Advisor, Centre for Consciousness Studies, Agra Prof. P. S. Sriramamurti Dayalbagh Educational Institute Prof. Pankaj Joshi Sr. Prof., Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Mumbai Muni Shri Nandighoshsuri A renowned Jain monk Mumbai Professor and Head of Department of Dr. Sudhir V. Shah Neurology, Sheth V. S. General Hospital Ahmedabad Dr. Sangeetha Menon National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bangalore DIRECTORS & VICE CHANCELLORS Indian Institute of Science Dr. P. S. Thakker Former Scientist, ISRO Ahmedabad Name Affiliation City T.V. Raman Pai Chair, Visiting Professor, Dr. Sisir Roy National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru Chancellor, Jain Vishva Bharati Institute, IIS Campus Shri B. R. Bhandari & Former Principal Adviser, Geneva International Trade Centre, UNCTAD and WTO International Expert, UN/FAO TCDC Dr. Chakravarthi Nainar Devakumar (Technical Cooperation among Developing Delhi Vice Chancellor, Institute of Mumbai Countries) Prof. G. D. Yadav Chemical Technology Scientific Officer "h", Nuclear Physics Div, Dr. Sudhir R. Jain Mumbai Dr. Akshai Aggarwal Vice Chancellor, Gujarat Technological Gandhinagar Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, University, Former Principal, Motilal Nehru Regional Udaipur Prof. Sarjerao B. Nimse Vice Chancellor, University of Lucknow Lucknow Dr. N. L. Kachhara Engineering College Former Vice Chancellor, SNDT Women's Prof. Rupa Shah Mumbai Senior Scientist, Space Research, PLANEX, University Dr. Narendra Bhandari Physical Research Laboratory Ahmedabad Former Vice Chancellor, Jain VishvaBharati Prof. M. R. Gelra Ladnun Head, Law Dept., ADC, Allahabad Institute Prof. M. P. Tiwari Central University Allahabad Chairman, Indian Council of Philosophical New Delhi Hon. Justice (Retd.) Jasraj Chopra Former Justic, High Court, Rajasthan Mumbai Prof. S. R. Bhatt Research Senior Professor, Dept. of Philosophy, Vice-Chancellor, Swami Ramanand Teerth Dr. Shubhada Joshi Mumbai Prof. Pandit B. Vidyasagar Nanded University of Mumbai, Marathwada University Dr. Krishnaswamy Natesan Gandhi Peace Foundation Bengaluru Mr. Om Prakash Dubey Former Executive Director, World Bank Allahabad Dr. Renuka Jain Chief Scientific Officer, Avesthagen Limited Bengaluru Mr. Anurag Batra Chairman, Business World New Delhi Prof. Parvin Sinclair Professor of Mathematics, IGNOU New Delhi Asst. Director, Academic Staff College, Dr. Vimla Vyas Allahabad University of Allahabad Mr. Vallabh Bhansali Enam Securities Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai Prof. J. J. Rawal Director, Indian Planetary Society Mumbai Professor of Physics, Govt. Engineering Jabalpur Dr. Laxmi Chandra Jain College Dr. S. L. Gandhi President, ANUVRAT Global Organization Jaipur Dr. Muni Abhijit Kumar Research Scholar, Jain Vishva Bharati Institute Ladnun Samani Chaitanya Prajna Executive Director, BhagawanMahavira Ladnun Neurologist, Sanchetee Neurology International Research Centre