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IANDS Q&A: Is an NDE the Same as Dying? What You Need to Know

Is an nde the same as dying? Let's explore this common question in our latest iands q&a.

Is an NDE the same as dying? Let's take a look at near-death experiences and try to better understand how and why having an NDE doesn't necessarily mean death.

  • Matt Terzi
  • June 18, 2025
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IANDS Conference 2025: How to Register Now

Iands conference 2025 is taking place in oak brook illinois a short drive from downtown chicago

It's official: Registration for IANDS Conference 2025 is now open! Join us in Oak Brook, Illinois to celebrate 50 years of near-death studies!

  • Matt Terzi
  • June 17, 2025
  • 1 Comment
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Mayim Bialik Chats with Bruce Greyson on Remarkable ‘Breakdown’ Podcast

Mayim bialik recently had a chat with bruce greyson on her 'breakdown' podcast

Check out the new episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown Podcast, where she sits for a chat about NDEs with IANDS founder Dr. Bruce Greyson.

  • Janet Riley
  • June 12, 2025
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IANDS Q&A: Are NDEs Really Proof of the Afterlife?

Do near-death experiences prove the afterlife exists?

Near-death experiences are incredibly vivid and profound. But do NDEs offer any scientific proof of the afterlife? How might we interpret them?

  • Matt Terzi
  • June 4, 2025
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IANDS Q&A: Can Near-Death Experiences be Scientifically Explained?

Can near-death experiences be scientifically explained?

Can near-death experiences be scientifically explained? In this IANDS Q&A, we tackle one of the biggest lingering questions regarding near-death studies.

  • Matt Terzi
  • May 28, 2025
  • 2 Comments
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IANDS Earns New Candid Guidestar Platinum Transparency Seal

Iands has earned a guidestar platinum transparency seal for 2025

IANDS is proud to announce we’ve earned the Guidestar Platinum Transparency seal—the highest level of recognition for nonprofit accountability.

  • Matt Terzi
  • May 20, 2025
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IANDS Conference 2025: Here are the Pioneering Keynote Speakers

Iands conference 2025 will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the publication of life after life by dr. Raymond moody

IANDS Conference 2025 will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Dr. Raymond Moody's critical book 'Life After Life'. Take a look at this year's list of keynotes!

  • Matt Terzi
  • May 15, 2025
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IANDS Q&A: The Most Common, Important Elements of NDEs?

Out of body experiences are common elements of ndes

What are the most common elements of a near-death experience, or NDE? In this IANDS Q&A we take a brief look at the common characteristics of NDEs.

  • Matt Terzi
  • May 6, 2025
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See the Remarkable Oprah Interview with IANDS Co-Founder Bruce Greyson

The oprah interview with bruce greyson is out now

IANDS co-founder Bruce Greyson recently sat down for an interview with the legendary Oprah Winfrey. See the full Oprah Interview here!

  • Janet Riley
  • May 1, 2025
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