Center for Islamic Sciences

The Center for Islamic Sciences (CIS) is a Canadian nonprofit organization focused on advancing educational research in the realm of Islamic studies and the intersection of Islam with modern sciences. Established in 2000 as the Center for Islam and Science, it was renamed to its current form in 2013[2].

Purpose and Activities

The CIS engages in a creative exploration of the religious and philosophical implications of contemporary physical, biological, and social sciences. It aims to enhance the understanding of Islam and Islamic civilization through the publication of research works and articles[1].

Leadership and Projects

Muzaffar Iqbal, a prominent scholar in the field of Islamic studies and science, serves as the president of the CIS. His research interests include the impact of modernity on Muslim traditions, the relationship between Islam and science, and Qur’anic studies[2]. Dr. Iqbal is also the General Editor of the Integrated Encyclopedia of the Qur’an, a multi-volume project based on fourteen centuries of Muslim scholarship[2].

Registration and Status

The Center for Islamic Sciences is registered as a charitable organization in Canada with a focus on the advancement of education in the sciences[4]. Its charitable registration number is 864472899RR0001.

Background of Leadership

Muzaffar Iqbal has held various academic and research positions, including roles at the University of Saskatchewan, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and the Montreal Neurological Institute, McGill University. He has also been involved in international scientific organizations, such as the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) and the Pakistan Academy of Sciences[2].