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Julius Malin is a doctoral scholar and researcher at the University of Basel's Faculty of Theology, with additional affiliations at the University of Cologne and the University of Geneva. His work intersects sociology, theology, and environmental science, focusing on Sustainable Christian Agricultural Initiatives (SCAIs) and their potential to address 'Farmageddon'—a term describing socio-economic, religious, and environmental declines in rural America.
Education:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Methods for Social Science, University of Geneva (2020–2021)
- Master of Environmental Sciences, University of Geneva (2018–2021)
- Bachelor of Science in Geography, University of Southampton (2013–2016)
Research Focus: Julius investigates how SCAIs blend Christian stewardship theology with sustainable agricultural practices to counter rural decline. His mixed-methods project includes qualitative fieldwork at Hungry World Farm (Illinois) and Bethlehem Farm (West Virginia), followed by a quantitative survey of U.S. SCAIs. Key themes: religion-environment linkages, agrarian ethics, and grassroots innovation in marginalized landscapes.
Scientific Recognition:
- Prix Guillaume Rohat for Master's thesis on Christian perspectives of the Anthropocene
Project Involvement: Collaborates on projects like 'Ecovillages as Incubators for Sustainability Transitions' (2021, completed) and 'Faith-Based Environmentalism in Switzerland' (2021, completed) under Principal Investigator Jens Köhrsen. Affiliated with research networks including Sustainable Future and INTER-RELIGIO 'Shared Beliefs'.
