Ali specializes in the sociology of religion, social theory, and social change. He has published widely on mysticism, religious symbolism, and global social change, and has led research projects funded by major international organizations. He serves on the Board of Advisors of the Templeton Religion Trust and holds leadership roles in several professional associations.

Tatiana is a social anthropologist and historian focused on symbolism, religious experience, and mystical practices in Eastern Christianity and Islam. Her research blends embodied ethnography with interpretive analysis. She has held academic posts in Finland, Canada, and Pakistan and has authored over forty scholarly publications.

Fabien holds a PhD in Philosophy of Religion from the University of Heidelberg and specializes in comparative philosophy, Neoplatonism, Buddhism, and contemplative traditions. He recently completed a fellowship at Harvard Divinity School focused on a translation of Porphyry, forthcoming from Harvard University Press.

Tiia has extensive experience managing national and international academic projects, including those funded by the Academy of Finland and the European Union. She specializes in financial and administrative project management and supports the operational coordination of PRISM’s research initiatives.