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# Special Issue On Religion and Bioethics (Call for Papers)

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## Table of Contents

*The Journal for Cultural and Religious Theory* (*JCRT*) invites submissions for a special issue dedicated to the intersection of religion and bioethics. This issue seeks to explore how religious beliefs, ethical frameworks, and cultural values intersect with the challenges of medical and biotechnological advancements. We welcome contributions that offer theoretical insights, critique existing paradigms, and propose new avenues for understanding the role of religion in bioethical decision-making.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

- The influence of religious traditions on contemporary bioethical debates.

- Case studies illustrating the role of religious ethics in healthcare settings.

- Comparative analyses of religious perspectives on issues such as euthanasia, organ donation, and genetic engineering.

- The impact of religious pluralism on bioethical policy-making.

- The role of religious leaders and institutions in shaping public bioethical discourse.

- Ethical implications of emerging biotechnologies in the context of religious worldviews.

- Intersections of secular bioethics and religious moral frameworks.

We encourage submissions that address these topics through various methodologies and perspectives, including theoretical reflections, philosophical analyses, historical studies, and empirical research. Contributions from diverse religious backgrounds and interdisciplinary approaches are particularly welcome.

## Submission Guidelines #submission-guidelines

- *Manuscripts*: Articles should be at least 2,000 words in length, including references.

- *Format*: Submissions must be in PDF or Word form.

- *Citations:* All citations should be in Chicago Manuel of Style.

- *Deadline:* All manuscripts must be submitted by May 1st, 2025.

- *Submission Process:* Please submit your manuscript electronically along with a Curriculum Vitae via to [the contact form](/contact/)with the heading “Religion and Bioethics Manuscript.”

All submissions will undergo a peer-review process. For inquiries regarding this special issue, please contact the chief editor at [carl.raschke@jcrt.org](mailto:carl.raschke@jcrt.org) or assistant editors at [kev.grane@du.edu](mailto:kev.grane@du.edu).We look forward to receiving a range of insightful and thought-provoking contributions that advance our understanding of the complex relationships between religion and bioethics.

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