Category: Press Release

Artistic Characteristics of Contemporary Western Paintings and its Philosophical Basis

Photograph of the painting "Abstraction" by Gerhard Richter

The characteristics of contemporary Western painting art demonstrate the subversion and alienation of tradition, highlighting individual and ethnic characteristics. Exploring the artistic characteristics and philosophical origins of contemporary Western painting as the main direction, and analyzing the impact of modern aesthetics and philosophical thinking on modern art. Read More →

Unraveling the Yungang Grottoes’ Sacred Spatial Composition

Photograph of the Yungang Grottes. The photo shows a Buddhidt statue

A recent study probes into the Yungang Grottoes’ spatial design, particularly the Tanyao Five Caves, revealing the harmonious blend of architecture and spirituality, providing deep insights into cultural and religious importance, and considering human perception within these spaces, highlighting their role in reflecting the Northern Wei Dynasty’s multifaceted culture and the fusion of politics and Buddhism. Read More →

China’s Approach to Aging Societies

painting of Confucius

As China experiences rapid modernization, it also confronts the challenge of an aging population. China is integrating Confucian principles into its governance to address elderly care, promote social harmony, and enhance the quality of life for senior citizens. Read More →

Strategies for Overseas Chinese Schools in the New Normal

Black and white image with the word "language" wrriten on a blackboard, with the shadow of a mand pointing to the blackboard and five children looking on

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted educational institutions across the globe, prompting a reevaluation of teaching methods. Analyzing the strategies adopted by overseas Chinese language schools to sustain cultural and language education, it’s possible to understand the importance of adapting to new realities while upholding the educational and cultural inheritance mandate. Read More →

Dualism and Dialogue in Intercultural Philosophy

Mount Fuji illustration

Nishitani Keiji’s concepts of learning (narau) and reciprocal interpenetration can transform intercultural philosophy. By employing empathy and interconnectedness, the analysis challenges dualistic and relativistic perspectives, fostering a more inclusive and pluralistic approach to global philosophical discourse, ultimately breaking barriers between diverse cultural traditions. Read More →

Turning to processual thinking to unlock a unified metaphysical vision of reality

Water's surface.

Imagine a world where dynamic processes, not particles, define reality. Process metaphysics offers a revolutionary perspective, more consistent with natural sciences, explaining complex phenomena like life, mind, and society without reductionism or improbable “deus ex machina” solutions, while still providing a unified view of natural reality. Read More →

Schopenhauer’s Influence on Social Engagement in India through Vivekananda’s Interpretation of Tat Tvam Asi

Portrait photograph of Arthur Schopenhauer

Arthur Schopenhauer’s metaphysics influenced the social and spiritual transformation of modern India, as evidenced by analyzing the Swami Vivekananda’s works. Vivekananda, a reader of Schopenhauer, reinterpreted the Sanskrit formula tat tvam asi as a moral imperative for social commitment, integrating Schopenhauer’s ethics into active engagement. Read More →

Social Psychology theories and their impact on racism studies in Brazil

Book cover of "Contribuições da Psicologia Social para o entendimento do racismo brasileiro" by the same author.

The Authoritarian Personality, Closed Mind, Social Dominance, and Aversive Racism theories, although rarely applied in our country, offer important contributions to understanding and expanding the debate on racism in Brazil, challenging the notion that imported theories are inadequate for local contexts. Read More →

Pang Xunqin and the Integration of Chinese Tradition into Modern Aesthetics

Piece of art showing two women in elegant clothing, their background shows a mural with trees and two herons.

Pang Xunqin, celebrated for merging Chinese tradition with modern aesthetics, creates works that blend cultural heritage with contemporary design through the “China Decoration Figure Collection”. His approach demonstrates how traditional elements can be innovatively integrated into modern contexts, bridging past and present while connecting Eastern and Western artistic influences. Read More →

The Image in Hans Jonas’s Philosophical Anthropology

Close-up of a brown eye. In the reflection you can see a balcony screen in the foreground and, in the distance, other buildings, suggesting that the model is on the balcony of an apartment.

Hans Jonas explores the image as a central element in philosophical anthropology and ontology, highlighting vision as the mediator between the organism and the world. The human capacity to create images and abstractions, which enables the formation of the “self-image”, is crucial for ethical reflection on the impact of biotechnology and transhumanism. Read More →