Clemens Cavallin

Clemens Cavallin is a Professor at the NLA University College, specifically within the Kalfaret campus in Bergen. His academic work spans Theology, Religious Studies, Philosophy, and the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Creativity. He holds a Ph.D. in History of Religions from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, and his research focuses on ethical, philosophical, and pedagogical dimensions of religion and technology.

Research Interests:

• Christian humanism and AI ethics
• Religious education in early childhood
• Phenomenology and spirituality
• Literary analysis of religious themes (e.g., Michael D. O’Brien’s works)

Recent Publications (2022–2024) explore topics such as:

• The ethical implications of AI in education
• Spirituality in artistic practice
• Thomistic models of perfection in Christian life
• Comparative studies of preschool religious curricula in Nordic countries

He leads the MishMash - Centre for AI & Creativity (2026), focusing on creative AI applications in education, and has contributed extensively to debates on globalization, religious studies, and Hinduism’s academic portrayal.