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When I look up scientists who believe in God, I get mostly names of scientists from days gone by. Does anyone have names of current scientists who believe in God?
 
There are many good scientist who have made no statements about God, but their science is moving, explaining and pointing to an all pervading God. You can find it in science if that is your focus. You can also look to religion and find science there deep in the theology.
 
Faith1960 said:
When I look up scientists who believe in God, I get mostly names of scientists from days gone by. Does anyone have names of current scientists who believe in God?
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Felix Alonso, Jr.; Scientist for NASA–North American-Rockwell

Gerald R. McCormick; Scientist for NASA–Lockheed Aircraft Corp.

Robert Gibson; Space Shuttle Commander

Philip A. Rose; Scientist and NASA astronaut candidate

All faithful Catholics, as personally known by me.
 
Peggy_in_Burien said:
Felix Alonso, Jr.; Scientist for NASA–North American-Rockwell

Gerald R. McCormick; Scientist for NASA–Lockheed Aircraft Corp.

Robert Gibson; Space Shuttle Commander

Philip A. Rose; Scientist and NASA astronaut candidate

All faithful Catholics, as personally known by me.
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Awesome! :yup:
 
Pat_Albertson said:
Just off the top of my head:
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I have a Ph.D. in Physiology with a minor in Biomechanics, have published quite a few research articles in scientific journals, have presented my research at national and international scientific conferences, am an associate editor of a research journal, and am on the editorial review board for many others. I also review grants and conference proceedings for a number of professional scientific organizations.

Does that count? 😃
 
jwinch2 said:
I have a Ph.D. in Physiology with a minor in Biomechanics, have published quite a few research articles in scientific journals, have presented my research at national and international scientific conferences, am an associate editor of a research journal, and am on the editorial review board for many others. I also review grants and conference proceedings for a number of professional scientific organizations.

Does that count? 😃
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It does, as far as I am concerned. I’m impressed, too.👍
 
Peggy_in_Burien said:
It does, as far as I am concerned. I’m impressed, too.👍
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Thanks, but don’t get too impressed. I’m still a pretty big screw up. Just ask my wife! 😃

Seriously though, my study of the manner in which the human body is designed and works is part of what led me to God.
 
jwinch2 said:
Thanks, but don’t get too impressed. I’m still a pretty big screw up. Just ask my wife! 😃

Seriously though, my study of the manner in which the human body is designed and works is part of what led me to God.
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Could be that as a scientist-wannabe, I’m easily impressed!😃
 
Here is the latest. Many scientists are only interested in materialism and not being interested in philosophy.

Looking at this survey it is no surprise that science reasons some of the conclusions it does. It has too.

God: theism or atheism?
Accept or lean toward: atheism 2136 / 3226 (66.2%) Accept or lean toward: theism 599 / 3226 (18.5%) Other 491 / 3226 (15.2%)
 
jwinch2 said:
I have a Ph.D. in Physiology with a minor in Biomechanics, have published quite a few research articles in scientific journals, have presented my research at national and international scientific conferences, am an associate editor of a research journal, and am on the editorial review board for many others. I also review grants and conference proceedings for a number of professional scientific organizations.

Does that count? 😃
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It sure does. 👍
 
buffalo said:
Here is the latest. Many scientists are only interested in materialism and not being interested in philosophy.

Looking at this survey it is no surprise that science reasons some of the conclusions it does. It has too.

God: theism or atheism?
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     Accept or lean toward: atheism         2136 / 3226 (66.2%)              Accept or lean toward: theism         599 / 3226 (18.5%)              Other         491 / 3226 (15.2%)
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I’m sorry, but you are massively over generalizing the data you linked to. That survey only measured the opinions of professors and students of philosophy on various philosophical issues. It did not measure any other academic disciplines.

At best, philosophy is a pseudo-social science though hardly anyone in the scientific community consider it any kind of science at all, particularly those in the biological or physical sciences. Even most in the social or behavioral sciences are quick to draw distinctions between their sciences and philosophy. That does not mean that scientists do not use philosophy in their work. They do. Logical deduction and reason are part of the scientific process.

All of this brings me back to the original point of this response which is that to make the statement that the results of that data mean that “many scientists are only interested in materialism…” and showing those numbers as it they accurately reflect the beliefs of the scientific community, is completely inaccurate.
 
Faith1960 said:
It sure does. 👍
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Thanks,

One thing to remember is that the vast majority of those in the scientific community are unknown to most people. I would guess that the population at large will never know 99.999% of the scientific community, nor of their work. Most of us just plug away teaching our students, collect some data, try to get published, write the occasional grant, and keep our heads down just like every other working stiff out there. If we are really good at what we do, we might gain a small measure of fame within our own field. However, this is usually so specialized that it means that even most within the scientific community will still not know who you are.

Also, keep in mind also that even the ones whose work gets some sort of public recognition do not typically go around discussing their thoughts on God for all to hear.

What I am trying to say is that I really do not think you are going to find an answer to your question. Not one that is meaningful or accurate at any rate. Sorry to be ‘that guy’… 😃

Peace,
 
jwinch2 said:
At best, philosophy is a pseudo-social science though hardly anyone in the scientific community consider it any kind of science at all, particularly those in the biological or physical sciences. .
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Well, there you have it.
 
Pat_Albertson said:
Pat Albertson;8666602:
Just off the top of my head:
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