Yiftach Fehige

I am a science-religion scholar with a background in philosophy, theology, and physics. My work is decidedly interdisciplinary, aligning closely with the academic mission of the Institute for the History and Philosophy of Science and Technology (IHPST), where I’ve been a core faculty member since 2007.

In my scholarship, I contribute to the growing academic field of science and religion, which explores the evolving relationship between scientific and religious thought and culture. My research spans topics such as thought experiments, pluralist theories of knowledge, embodiment and human sexuality, and the role of religion in democratic societies. Recent publications include Thought Experiments, Science, and Theology (2024) and Science & Religion in a Democratic Society (forthcoming). I am an elected Fellow of the International Society for Science and Religion.

My work has been supported by various institutions including the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, the German Research Foundation (DFG), the DAAD, SSHRC, and the University of Notre Dame. I maintain active research collaborations in Germany and across Europe.

At the IHPST, I supervise doctoral projects on various topics in science and religion. I also teach undergraduate courses and lead international study trips—most recently on the history of science and Judaism in Germany. I am currently an elected Experiential Learning Fellow in the Faculty of Arts & Science, supporting innovative, hands-on approaches to teaching and curriculum design.