Exploring the Extraordinary is an interdisciplinary network for those engaged/interested in research into the 'extraordinary' - topics often regarded as paranormal, supernatural, religious, transcendent, ecstatic, exceptional, mystical, anomalous, magical, or spiritual.
Our members represent a number of different disciplines, including anthropology, art, english studies, folklore, film studies, geography, history, natural sciences, parapsychology, philosophy, physical sciences, psychology, religious studies, sociology, theatre studies, and theology.
Exploring the Extraordinary was founded in 2007, by Dr Madeleine Castro, Dr Hannah Gilbert and Dr Nicola Holt, who were - at the time - postgraduate members of the Anomalous Experiences Research Unit, based at the University of York, UK. The network grew from a desire to provide a central hub for those with research interests in extraordinary topics, offering regular opportunities to network and discuss their research. Along with a jiscmail discussion list and Facebook group, we run an annual academic conference. Exploring the Extraordinary is also developing links with artists, writers and film-makers who are inspired by extraordinary topics and themes.
Our members represent a number of different disciplines, including anthropology, art, english studies, folklore, film studies, geography, history, natural sciences, parapsychology, philosophy, physical sciences, psychology, religious studies, sociology, theatre studies, and theology.
Exploring the Extraordinary was founded in 2007, by Dr Madeleine Castro, Dr Hannah Gilbert and Dr Nicola Holt, who were - at the time - postgraduate members of the Anomalous Experiences Research Unit, based at the University of York, UK. The network grew from a desire to provide a central hub for those with research interests in extraordinary topics, offering regular opportunities to network and discuss their research. Along with a jiscmail discussion list and Facebook group, we run an annual academic conference. Exploring the Extraordinary is also developing links with artists, writers and film-makers who are inspired by extraordinary topics and themes.
