Collaborations

The Research Center of the Italian Buddhist Union collaborates internationally with universities, cultural institutions, foundations, networks and organizations active in the fields of contemplative research, philosophy, education, science and spirituality. These collaborations take place in various ways, including the joint design of courses and training programs, research support, the creation and publication of scientific content, and the co-organization of events and initiatives in the fields related to the activities of the Research Center.

International Networks and Research Organizations

Mind & Life Europe

A partnership for the development of the Contemplative Studies sector in Europe. The collaboration includes the organization of workshops and conferences, the development of research projects, the support of networks and events relevant to the field of Contemplative Studies, as well as important advocacy initiatives.

International Society for Contemplative Research (ISCR)

Co-organization of the international conference on contemplative research held in Padua (Italy) in June 2024 on the theme “Embodied Cognition and Intersubjectivity in Uncertain Times”.

European Buddhist Union

Institutional collaboration on projects related to Buddhist traditions at the European and international level, including the organization of conferences and a growing advocacy operation.

India Foundation

Collaborating to organiz international conferences and related scientific publications.

Universities and Academic Institutions

Italian Association of Tibetan, Himalayan and Mongolian Studies (AISTHiM)

A collaboration for the holding of conferences and curating scientific publications in the field of Tibetan, Himalayan and Mongolian Studies.

Higher Institute of Religious Studies (ISSR) of Padua

A collaboration for the organization of conferences and seminar activities on topics related to contemplative traditions and interreligious dialogue.

University of Pisa

Supporting the Consciousness and Cognition Summer School, organized by the University of Pisa in collaboration with the Lama Tzong Khapa Institute, for an interdisciplinary approach to the study of consciousness

University of Padua

A collaboration for the running of the two-year Postgraduate Program in Contemplative Studies at the Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Pedagogy and Applied Psychology (FISPPA) of the University of Padua. The Research Center is collaborating in the design of the curriculum and related tutoring, offers scholarships, and promotes the organization of educational and scientific activities in the field of Contemplative Studies.

Ca’ Foscari University of Venice

A collaboration supporting education and research in the field of Buddhist Studies. The Research Center supports research positions and funds doctoral scholarships in the field, as well as collaborating in the organization of conferences and workshops.

University of Naples L’Orientale – Center for Buddhist Studies

A collaboration with the Center for Buddhist Studies (Asia, Africa and Mediterranean Department) of the University of Naples L’Orientale for the organization of workshops, conferences and seminar activities in the field of Buddhist Studies.

University of Trento

A collaboration supporting research in the field of contemplative neurophenomenology. The Research Center supports research positions and funds doctoral scholarships on the topic of contemplative research.

La Sapienza University of Rome

A collaboration supporting research in the field of Buddhist Studies. The Research Center supports research positions and collaborates in the organization of conferences and workshops in this field.

University of Udine

Supporting research on Education 3.0 and the philosophy of digital technologies.

University of Modena and Reggio Emilia – Italian Doctoral School of Religious Studies DREST

A collaboration supporting research in the field of Buddhist Studies. The Research Center funds doctoral scholarships for the DREST Doctoral School in Religious Studies.

Sera Jey Monastic University

A collaboration for the design of training and research activities at the intersection of Buddhist contemplative traditions and contemporary challenges. The Research Center is collaborating with Sera Jey Monastic University to design the Three-Year Program in Logic and Debate and as well as supporting the research activities of the Sera Jey Science Center.

Research and Cultural Institutions

Contemplative Education Network (CEN)

Supporting the dissemination of contemplative education in school systems at an international level and for the development of research in this area.

Complexity Institute
Complexity Institute

Collaborating to organiz of educational activities on complex thinking and the philosophical and ethical perspectives of Buddhist traditions.

Foundations and Philanthropic Partners

Wisedāna Foundation

A collaboration in order to support research and training in the field of Buddhist Studies and Contemplative Studies.

Buddhist centers

SanboJi Zen Monastery – Temple of the Three Jewels

A collaboration on implementing workshops focused on complex thinking and contemplative practices, in connection collaboration with the immersive teaching activities of the Postgraduate Program in Contemplative Studies at the University of Padua.

Fudenji – Soto Zen Temple in Salsomaggiore

A collaboration to implement the immersive teaching activities of the Postgraduate Program in Contemplative Studies at the University of Padua.

Lama Tzong Khapa Institute (ILTK)

A collaboration for the design and implementation of the Three-Year Program in Logic and Debate, as well as the immersive teaching activities of the Postgraduate Program in Contemplative Studies at the University of Padua.