Network Review: Journal of the Scientific and Medical Network, No. 89, Winter 2005

This document is the Winter 2005 issue (No. 89) of the Network Review, the journal of the Scientific and Medical Network (SMN). The publication serves as a forum for interdisciplinary discussion, challenging the adequacy of scientific materialism as an explanation of reality. The issue contains a variety of articles, reports, correspondence, and book reviews focused on the intersection of science, spirituality, consciousness, and health. Key articles include an editorial by Bart van der Lugt regarding his recent experiences at sea and organizational updates for the SMN; a reflection on a membership questionnaire by John Clarke; an invitation to members to submit research on 'Evidence Based Spirituality' by Natalie Tobert; and an interview with Professor Peter Stewart regarding his research into remote viewing. Other contributions feature Elisabet Sahtouris on the future of a global family, Ervin Laszlo on the 'Akashic Field' as a unifying field model, and a speech by HRH The Prince of Wales regarding the launch of the G.P. Associates project, which aims to support integrated healthcare in the UK. The journal also includes reports on the 'Beyond the Brain VI' conference in Lincoln and the 'Ways of Knowing' conference in Winchester. The correspondence section features debates on religion, science, and the nature of reality, with contributions from Nicholas Spicer, Julian Candy, Chris Clarke, Philip Macken, and Stephen Fulder. The review section provides summaries of numerous books on topics such as consciousness, evolution, philosophy, and ecology. The document concludes with news and notices regarding various member activities, local group reports, and organizational updates for the SMN, which is described as a leading international forum for creating a new worldview for the 21st century.