Welcome to the Institute for Science & Human Existence!

The Institute aims to arrive at a deeper truth of nature by rethinking the facts revealed by science from historical, philosophical, and theological perspectives. To this end, the research is not limited to reflective study of experimental data and literature, but also sets up opportunities for interactive, communal discussions on specific themes (see Café/Forums 2024 and Previous Activities). In the future, I plan to expand our thinking on contemporary issues, taking into account not only the introspective aspect but also the social and cultural context. I would appreciate your understanding and participation in the activities of the Institute.

 Hidetaka Yakura

December 2023

Spring 2024 Café/Forum Announcement

◉ The 9th Bergson Café

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Reading J. F. Mattei's La pensée antique (PUF, 2015)

◉ The 10th SciPhi Forum FPSS

Saturday, March 9, 2024

(1) Yakura H: Series "Science and Philosophy" (4) Presocratic philosophers-4

(2) Kimura T: No philosophy in Japanese technology?  Or have we left it behind? 

(3) Saga T: Thinking about science for society---Questions from a former engineering researcher

(4) Focus discussion on "progress"

◉ The 11th Café Philo PAWL

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

"Improve our Understanding" with Spinoza

◉ The 18th SciPhi Café SHE

Thursday, March 14, 2024

What is at stake in consciousness research?

◉ The 11th SciPhi Café SHE Sapporo

Saturday, April 6, 2024

Plato's philosophy on how to see things and how to live