Justyna Herda

Justyna Herda is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Philosophy of Nature and Natural Sciences within the Faculty of Philosophy at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. Her research focuses on philosophy of science, neuroscience, and the intersection of science with religious faith, particularly analyzing Richard Dawkins' critiques of religious belief. She holds a PhD from KUL (2009) and has held academic positions since 2008. Her work bridges evolutionary biology, cognitive science, and theological inquiry.

Education: MSc in Philosophy of Nature (KUL, 2003), PhD in Philosophy (KUL, 2009). Professional development includes studies at Birkbeck College (London) and the College of North London. She has organized major events like Lublin Science Festival and contributed to academic initiatives such as the Cognitive Science program.

Research emphasizes evolutionary genesis of religious faith, consciousness studies, and neurobiological perspectives on prayer. Awards include the Inner Reward RID Award (2023) and team recognition from the Rector of KUL (2011). Her interdisciplinary approach addresses questions like 'Is the brain deceiving us about consciousness?' and 'Can a scientist be an atheist?'