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MAIN PATRONS

• The University of Zagreb
• The Faculty of Philosophy and Religious Studies at the University of Zagreb

 PATRONS

• The Catholic University of Croatia
• The Catholic Faculty of Theology at the University of Zagreb
• The Faculty of Science at the University of Zagreb
• The Institute of Philosophy (Zagreb)

 SPONSORS

• The Rhema Foundation
• Kršćanska Sadašnjost

 MEDIA SUPPORT

• Universitas – Croatian University Newspaper
• AKADEMSKI.hr (University of Zagreb Portal)
• Academic Journal
• Academic Podcast (also here & here)

 Academic & Media Echo

• AKADEMSKI.hr announcement
• Current Affairs Section at the Faculty of Science (University of Zagreb)
• Announcements of the Faculty of Croatian Studies (University of Zagreb)
• Current Affairs Section at the University North
• Announcements of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Studies (Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek)
• OTV (Show Everyday Life)

Professor Emeritus Marijan Sunjić
University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science

Ante Belić, mag. phil., Secretary of CePOZiR
  For Conference info: ante.belic@ffrz.unizg.hr

  •  Note for media representatives: We kindly ask media representatives to announce their activities at the Conference and then make the appropriate arrangements with the Conference Spokesperson

  •  Note for commercial exhibitors: We kindly ask potential exhibitors (book publishers, professional associations, etc.) to announce their activities at the Conference to the Spokesperson in order to familiarize themselves with the exhibition conditions

• Early bird registration: April 1, 2025
       Early bird registration fee: 50 €
• Late registration: May 1, 2025
       Late registration fee: 70 €

• Feedback from the Scientific and Program Board to participants: not later than June 15, 2025

• Important: Registration will be possible after May 1, 2005, but options for participants may be limited

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 How to register?
   To register, please, download this Questionnaire and follow the instructions within the document
   For additional questions regarding the registration contact us at this email: cepozir.conference@ffrz.unizg.hr

 How to pay the registration fee?

   Important: We kindly ask participants to make payments between June 15th and July 1st, 2025, and only AFTER receiving feedback from the Organizational Board; proof of registration fee payment should be sent to this email: cepozir.conference@ffrz.unizg.hr

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DISTINGUISHED KEYNOTE LECTURERS (in alphabetical order)

• Professor emeritus Piero Benvenuti
University of Padova, Italy
Lecture title: Cosmologia as the Bridge to Reunite Science and Theology
Conference Section: The Relationship between Science and Religion
Abstract

• Revd Dr Rodney Dennis Holder
The Faraday Institute for Science and Religion, Cambridge, UK
Lecture title: The Heavens Declare: Cosmology and Divine Design
Conference Section: Science and Society
Abstract

• Very Revd Prof Dr Nikolaos Loudovikos (Π. Νικόλαος Λουδοβίκος)
University of Ioannina, Greece
Lecture title: What society? What science? What religion?
Conference Section: Religion and Society
Abstract

INVITED SPEAKERS (in alphabetical order)

• Professor Paul Clemens Cavallin
NLA University College
Lecture title: Artificial Intelligence and Christian Humanism
Conference Section: Science and Society
Abstract

• Professor Ivan Vasilev Christov (Иван Василев Христов)
Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, Faculty of Theology
Lecture title: Philosophical and Scientific Elements in the Byzantine Accounts of Creation
Conference Section: The Relationship between Science and Religion
Abstract

• Professor Luciana Dini
Sapienza University of Rome, Department of Biology and Biotechnology “Charles Darwin”
Lecture title: Are We a Scientific or Fideistic Society?
Conference Section: Religion and Society
Abstract

• Professor Niels Henrik Gregersen
University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Theology, Centre for Science and Faith
Lecture title: The Concept of Deep Incarnation in the Dialogue between Science and Religion
Conference Section: Religion and Society
Abstract

• Dr Erkki Vesa Rope Kojonen, University Lecturer
University of Helsinki, Faculty of Theology
Lecture title: Re-examining the Compatibility of Evolution and Design Arguments
Conference Section: The Relationship between Science and Religion
Abstract

• Professor Srećko Kovač, scholar emeritus
Institute of Philosophy, Zagreb
Lecture title: Morality as Based on Religion
Conference Section: Religion and Society
Abstract

• Dr Boris Kožnjak
Institute of Philosophy, Zagreb
Lecture title: Contributions of the Benedictine Order to the Development of Experimental Natural Science
Conference Section: Science and Society
Abstract

• Rev Prof Dr Dr Nancey Claire Murphy
Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena CA, USA
Lecture title: Paul Feyerabend on Science, Theology, and the Good of Society
Conference Section: Science and Society
Abstract

• Professor Tereza Obolevich
The Pontifical University of John Paul II in Krakow
Lecture title: Science and Religion from the Western and Eastern Christian Perspective
Conference Section: The Relationship between Science and Religion
Abstract

Download the COMPREHENSIVE SCHEDULE for the First CePOZiR Conference – 2025

The Program at a Glance

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The Ruđer Bošković SJ Award for Academic Contribution to the Study of the Relationship between Science and Religion is awarded for an exceptional contribution to the development of this academic field aiming to promote and advance it publicly and professionally.

By Cabinet decision of July 17, 2024, the Ruđer Bošković SJ Award was awarded to the Croatian doyen of the academic field of studying the relationship between science and religion, Dr. Marijan Šunjić, professor emeritus (University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science).

The Award will be presented to the laureate during Ceremonial Academy as part of the official Program of the Conference.

University of Zagreb, Faculty of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Address: Jordanovac 110, HR-10000 Zagreb, Croatia, EU
    Hall: F. Peter-Hans Kolvenbach SJ (122 seats)
    Note: Commercial parking space is available at the site

 Getting to the Venue from a rallyng point (for lecturers only)
    Lectures need to know (!): CePOZiR Conference Crew will meet you at the rallying point and accompany you to the Venue
   Rallyng point: Kaptol (Cathedral Square); address: Kaptol 29a

In alphabetical order, except for Crew Captain

• Petra Caput, Crew Captain
        o University of Zagreb, Faculty of Philosophy and Religious Studies
• Jana Gašljević Vukobradović
        o University of Zagreb, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
• Stan Josip Glavaš
        o University of Zagreb, Faculty of Philosophy and Religious Studies
• Larisa Kačavenda
        o University of Zagreb, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
• Monika Kelemenić
        o University of Zagreb, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
• Amedeo Oreški
        o University of Zagreb, Faculty of Philosophy and Religious Studies
• Domagoj Popović, bacc. phil. et relig.
        o University of Zagreb, Faculty of Philosophy and Religious Studies
• Branimir Antun Puntarić, bacc. phil. et relig.
        o University of Zagreb, Faculty of Philosophy and Religious Studies
• Kaja Rubić
        o University of Zagreb, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

• Currency in Croatia: Legal tender in Croatia is EUR (€)

• Internet access: Free Wi-Fi service is available at the premises

• Welcome party, early gatherings, breaks, and late gatherings
     Light refreshment: Provided for all registered participants and CePOZiR Conference Crew
     Short pauses: A supply of bottled water for all registered participants and CePOZiR Conference Crew; commercial coffee machines are available at the site; the unregistered audience is encouraged to bring their source of water
     Light lunch: Sandwich bar (provided for all registered participants and CePOZiR Conference Crew); in general, special diet requests will be met if pre-announced; however, persons with special (i.e. medical) diet needs are encouraged to bring their food if necessary
     Short get-together in the open: Beverages & a supply of bottled water for all registered participants and CePOZiR Conference Crew; the unregistered audience is encouraged to bring their source of water
     Casual get-together over dinner: Open to all but food and beverages (based on personal choice) are at one’s own expense; PUB MEDVEDGRAD ILICA (all participants)

• City of Zagreb – In case you wanna discover the city: InfoZagreb & The City of Zagreb

CePOZiR would like to thank the Dean and the Board of the Faculty of Philosophy and Religious Studies for their comprehensive support. Special thanks also go to the patrons and sponsors of the Conference, and to the media that follow the event. Finally, the Head of the Center expresses his deep gratitude to his colleagues at the Center and to the men and women of the Conference Boards.

• Croatian Television about the First CePOZiR Conference – 2025

          [The report was broadcast on Sunday, September 28, 2025, on the first program of Croatian Television in the show “Peace and Goodness” (Croatian “Mir i dobro”)]

• LaudatoTV about the First CePOZiR Conference – 2025

          [The report was broadcast on Thursday, September 25, 2025, on the LaudatoTV program in the show “Highlighted” (Croatian “Izdvojeno”)]

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