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Honor Society
About the
Notable Roxburians
About Us
Established in 2019, the Notable Roxburian Society was created by Dr. Muhammed which was his first major philanthropic venture.
He created the Notable Roxburian Society because he wanted to recognize discoveries that yielded new insights about religion and he set the award amount above that of the Nobel honors in order to recognize the importance of what he called “progress in religion.”
His understanding of progress in religion evolved during his lifetime and is shown in the variety among the 53 Laureates who have received the Honor. Winners have come from all major faiths and dozens of countries and have included Nobel Prize winners, philosophers, theoretical physicists, and one canonized saint.
Throughout the decades, the Society always reflected Dr. Muhammed’s core conviction that there is a deeper level of reality that can be accessed through rigorous research, especially in the sciences.
In 2020, the Notable Roxburian philanthropies updated the description of the Honor, focusing it on research, discovery, public engagement, and religious leadership that advance our understanding of, and appreciation for, the insights that science brings to the deepest questions of the universe and humankind’s purpose and place within it.
Meeting of the Minds
For decades, the Society has remained steadfast in reflecting Dr. Muhammed’s core conviction: that a deeper level of reality can be explored through scientific inquiry. This belief has guided the Society’s commitment to recognizing those who pursue such truths with dedication and rigor.
In 2020, the Notable Roxburian philanthropies refined the description of the Honor, further emphasizing its commitment to:
Research: Pioneering studies that uncover new dimensions of understanding.
Discovery: Breakthroughs that illuminate the intricate connections between science and deeper truths.
Public Engagement: Efforts that inspire and educate the public about the profound intersections of science and human insight.
Leadership: Exemplary leaders who advance our appreciation for the insights science brings to the deepest questions of the universe and humanity’s purpose.
Members are selected not requested.
Dr. Ali ABY Muhammed works to address the critical needs of students and academic institutions that enable young people to make positive life decisions.
Mental Health Specialist | Toursim Event Strategist
Key Note Speaker | Philanthropist
Dr. Barry Gaither | Executive Director
Edmund Barry Gaither has been Director and Curator of the Museum of the National Center of Afro-American Artists (NCAAA), and Special Consultant at the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA), Boston.
Museum Executive Director | University Professor
Published Author | Presidential Advisor
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