The LSE Religion Scholars Network is an interdisciplinary network of LSE PhD students and early-career researchers working on a broad range of topics related to religion.

We host seminars and social events designed to bring together those interested in religion at LSE. Students at any stage in their academic career can also attend seminars and work collaboratively with scholars. 

The Network is co-ordinated by the LSE Religion and Global Society research unit, an interdisciplinary unit conducting, coordinating and promoting religion-related social science research at LSE. The network is currently run by Ella Jones - email e.jones14@lse.ac.uk or faithcentre.rgs@lse.ac.uk for support with religion-related projects or events at LSE. 

Click here to meet our current members.

We host seminars, socials, and collaborative events. If you are a member of the network who would like to propose a seminar or event, email  e.jones14@lse.ac.uk or faithcentre.rgs@lse.ac.uk. 

MEET THE RELIGION SCHOLAR'S NETWORK COFFEE MORNING

Thursday | 8 October 2026 | 11 - 12PM | SAW 2.01C Desert Room 

Meet other scholars, early-career researchers, and academics in a relaxed environment, and learn about our upcoming programme of seminars and events. Refreshments will be provided.

Sign up today: Religion Scholars Network Coffee Morning 2026 – Fill in form 

CHILDREN OF ABRAHAM: THE STORY OF JEWISH-MUSLIM RELATIONS

Tuesday | 20 October 2026 | 5:30pm - 7pm | LSE

Join the Department of International History for the book launch of Professor Marc Baer's new book Children of Abraham: The Story of Jewish-Muslim Relations.

Muslims and Jews have lived together for more than 1,400 years, in relationships shaped by cooperation and conflict. Yet contemporary debate often reduces this complex history to antagonism alone.

Professor Marc David Baer discusses his latest book, Children of Abraham: The Story of Jewish-Muslim Relations, his timely new account of two groups whose intertwined histories continue to shape our world.

From seventh-century Arabia to medieval Spain to the Modern Middle East, Baer challenges myths and counter-myths, offering a vital conversation about history, memory and understanding.

To attend this event, please ensure you register via the link provided.

MUSIC, SPIRITUALITY & ATTENTION IN NORTH INDIA

Wednesday | 25 November 2026 | 5pm | LSE

This event fuses audience participation and research discussion to explore the importance of attention for religious music in north India. 

Dr Rahul Rose (LSE Religion Scholars Network) and Dr Thomas Graves (LSE Music Research Network) are both interested in north Indian musics. Rahul’s research demonstrates an ethic of extreme focus, shown by the dedication of Indian classical musicians in the Hindu holy city of Banaras; on the other hand, Thomas’ research on listeners’ emotional experiences with the Islamic musical tradition of qawwali indicates that spiritual-emotional experiences are strongly related to the locus of listeners’ attention.

CHAIR: Dr Nilanjan Sarkar (Deputy Director, LSE South Asia Centre)

How to attend: Registration is free but required; please e-mail southasiacentre@lse.ac.uk if you would like to attend this event.

To join our network, please email faithcentre@lse.ac.uk with the following information:

Full name (including title)
Current status (PhD student, Research Associate, Lecturer, Policy Officer, Professor, etc.)
Department
A brief summary of your research
Links to your online profile, social media, or contact details as preferred
Small headshot or profile photo