Neal Grossman

Neal Grossman is an Associate Professor Emeritus with a PhD in the history and philosophy of science from Indiana University. His research focuses on Spinoza, mysticism, and the epistemology of parapsychological research. He has published in journals such as Journal of Philosophy, Metaphilosophy, Philosophy of Science, and Synthese. His recent work includes analyses of near-death experiences, debunking methodologies, and critiques of materialist paradigms.

He authored the book Healing the Mind: The Philosophy of Spinoza Adapted for a New Age (2003). Grossman has received the Silver Circle Teaching Award four times, reflecting his excellence in pedagogy. His publications span theoretical philosophy, empirical parapsychology, and interdisciplinary critiques of scientific methodologies.

• Key Research Areas: Mysticism, Near-Death Studies, Epistemology of the Paranormal, Spinoza's Philosophy
• Recent Publications: Works from 2002–2011 on near-death phenomena, ESP theories, and critiques of debunking practices
• Awards: Four-time recipient of the Silver Circle Teaching Award

Grossman’s scholarship bridges philosophy and empirical research, challenging conventional scientific frameworks through rigorous philosophical analysis and engagement with anomalous phenomena.