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Series Mission

There is an ancient saying. “Keep the Qur’an in the right hand and science in the left.” On the surface this saying implies a distinct division between Islam and science. Looking deeper, we realize that the right is the dominant hand. So while Muslims study science, they should always look back and defer to the Qur’an. What science cannot answer will be found in the Qur’an. Allah is Supreme. What is the reality for today’s American Muslims? Where do modern Muslims stand on evolution or the big bang theory? Do today’s Muslims keep a strict division between their faith and science? The answers to those questions are unknown.
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About the Series


Science and Islam is a groundbreaking series of dialogues analyzing the intersection of Islamic faith and science. Dialogues, held at college campuses across the country, address issues like creation, evolution and extraterrestrial life. A panel of prominent Muslim scientist, along with students and other audience members, explores Muslim perspectives on science and discusses how Muslim Americans grapple with some of today’s scientific advancements.


Upcoming Events


Tomorrow’s World: Religion or Science?

Fall 2013


Extraterrestrial Life: An Islamic Perspective

Spring 2014


Islamic Scientific Contributions to Civilization

Fall 2014


Past Events


Creation of the Universe: Qu'ranic Concepts and Scientific Theories, University of Iowa

Reconciling Muslim Tradition and the Theory of Evolution, Boston University

Religious Orthodoxy and the Battle for Rationality, The George Washington University

Science and Islam

NPR: After Two Years In Hiding, A Bahraini Blogger Escapes

NPR’s “Parallels” spoke with Bahraini blogger Ali Abdulemam and AIC’s Director of Outreach Nasser Weddady about Abdulemam’s years in hiding and his recent escape. Read the full article here.

05/21/2013 | Nasser Weddady | News

NECN: Terror attacks are individual actions

AIC’s Director of Outreach Nasser Weddady spoke on New England Cable News (NECN) emphasizing that attacks like those of the Boston bombing are not representative of Islam and testifying to [...]

05/14/2013 | Nasser Weddady | News

HUFFINGTON POST: Boston Interfaith Service Includes Prayers From Obama, And Catholic, Muslim, Jewish Clergy

The Huffington Post covers Thursday’s Interfaith Service for victims of the Boston attacks. AIC’s Nasser Weddady spoke at the service, sharing his story of becoming a United States citizen last [...]

04/19/2013 | Nasser Weddady | News
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