The Institute for Studies of Religion (ISR) at Baylor University in Waco, TX is a renowned research institution dedicated to the study of religion and its impact on various aspects of society. With a mission to initiate, support, and conduct research on religion, the ISR brings together scholars and projects from diverse disciplines to explore the intellectual spectrum of religious studies.
Through its various programs, such as the Program on Prosocial Behavior, Program on Religion and Latin American Studies, and Program on Religion and Population Health, the ISR delves into the complexities of religious phenomena, historical scholarship, and the intersection of religion with medicine and healthcare. With a focus on fostering research, the ISR also houses the Manuscript Research Collegium, which supports scholars engaged in manuscript or papyrus research in multiple languages. Additionally, the ISR publishes case studies, research reports, and the Interdisciplinary Journal of Research on Religion, contributing to the dissemination of knowledge in the field.
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