Elaine Fisher

Elaine Fisher is a professor of religious studies at Yale University. She is an expert in Hinduism and Indian religions. Fisher has written extensively on the history of Hinduism and its relationships with other religions. She is known for her work on the Vīraśaiva tradition and its role in Indian society. Fisher has received numerous awards for her scholarship, including the American Academy of Religion's Award for Excellence in the Study of Religion. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Fisher has taught at several universities, including Yale and Harvard. She is currently a professor at Yale University.