Scholarly articles on theology, philosophy, and artificial intelligence
Philosophy
Trespassing with My Shadow
A reflection on finding one's inner voice amidst overwhelming collective order, and preserving a private space for individual freedom and authenticity.
Zichen (Iris) Zhu
Science
Could a Zombie Outbreak Actually Happen?
From parasitic fungi and prion diseases to rabies and drug-induced mania, science has already produced real-world zombie-like phenomena. How close are we to a true outbreak?
Anthropology
Fashion in Ancient Egypt
Explore the intricate fashion systems of ancient Egypt, from linen robes and gold ornaments to symbolic headdresses that reflected social hierarchy and cosmology.
Religion
Sacred Space and Hidden Power: Modeshikou, Eunuchs, and the Political Geography of Chinese Temples
Explore how Modeshikou's imperial temples reveal hidden power structures, comparing Chinese eunuch patronage with European and American religious architectures.
Culture
The Cathedral at the Heart of Siena
A meditation on faith, ambition, and the enduring beauty of incompleteness through the story of Siena's magnificent Duomo and its unfinished expansion.
Alice
Why People Believe, Why They Change
An study of how personal experiences and societal influences shape an individual’s beliefs, values, and moral development.