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A beacon of Black brilliance

May 6, 2026

This InBusiness article talks about the vision of Dr. Rev. Alex Gee and other foundational supporters from the Black community who made the Center... Learn More

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Art, Music, and Neuroscience: The MUSE Initiative Holds its Inaugural Event

May 5, 2026

The evening extended beyond dialogue into shared experience where participants were invited into moments of collective vocalization, simple vocal... Learn More >

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Faith Leaders’ Environmental Visions Come to Life at Loka Initiative Convening

April 29, 2026

The PREP (Preparing Religious Environmental Plans) course culminated in a weeklong “Keeping the Faith” convening in March in Madison, WI. Learn More >

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Did You Know? CHM Studies Use Specialized MRI Machine to Advance Brain Research

April 8, 2026

UW researchers, including experts from the Center for Healthy Minds, are conducting detailed brain imaging work using one of the first head-only,... Learn More >

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NYT: 4 Ways to Flourish (in Good Times and Bad)

March 27, 2026

To flourish is to have a life that feels meaningful and rich, despite the challenges we’ll inevitably face. That's what Center for Healthy Minds... Learn More >

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Center for Healthy Minds Researchers Use AI and 7.5M Screenshots to Understand Suicide Risk

March 25, 2026

The latest findings in this first-of-its-kind study show nighttime smartphone behavior can be an indicator of suicidal thoughts. Learn More >

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Center for Healthy Minds will research machine learning predictions of well-being

May 22, 2023

Researchers are working on one possible solution that leverages artificial intelligence to deliver personalized well-being content through a... Learn More >

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Fall asleep faster with mental tricks that calm your racing mind

May 15, 2023

Who doesn't want to get better sleep? ?? Read on to learn about experts' advice, including from Center for Healthy Minds founder Richard Davidson. Learn More

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3 Ways for First-Year Students to Flourish at UW–Madison

May 11, 2023

So you’re new to the University of Madison-Wisconsin? There’s a few things to know to take on your first year with a positive outlook. Learn More >

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Q&A: Catching Up with the McNair-Center for Healthy Minds Scholars

May 10, 2023

We recently caught up with scholars Augusta Ike and Godwill Oke, who participated in the McNair-Center for Healthy Minds Scholars Program. Learn More >

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Te contamos qué es el mindfulness y como te puede ayudar en tu día a día

April 26, 2023

The benefits of mindfulness are endless. After putting this technique into practice, you will see how your attitude changes and you feel better... Learn More

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8 Books for Anyone Curious About Meditation

April 24, 2023

The New York Times asked experts — mindfulness teachers, spiritual leaders, and scientists — for their favorite beginner-friendly titles. Richard... Learn More

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Center for Healthy Minds Higher Education Fund to receive 2023 senior class gift

April 18, 2023

The Senior Class Office selected the Center for Healthy Minds, an organization focused on research regarding mental health and well-being, to... Learn More

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UW-Madison senior class office gifts Center for Healthy Minds

April 13, 2023

University of Wisconsin-Madison Class of 2023 donates Senior Class Gift to Center for Healthy Minds. Learn More

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Senior Class Office donates class gift to Center for Healthy Minds

April 5, 2023

The University of Wisconsin Senior Class Office plans to donate funds to the Center for Healthy Minds Higher Education Fund as the class of 2023’s... Learn More

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Review: “Tukdam: Between Worlds” by Donagh Coleman

April 4, 2023

A documentary explores the unique death state of Tibetan Buddhist meditators. Learn More

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'What’s the Big Idea?' Richard Davidson Speaks at Investiture Ceremony

April 3, 2023

Center for Healthy Minds Founder and Director Richard Davidson Speaks at UW–Madison Chancellor's Investiture in April 2023. Learn More >

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Fox Valley's young children are learning mindfulness through the Kindness Curriculum. But what is it?

April 3, 2023

Center for Healthy Minds's Kindness Curriculum is a science-based series of lessons and activities for young children that seeks to build skills... Learn More