Center for Black Excellence awarded $247K grant for civic science research
July 6, 2026
The Center for Black Excellence and Culture announced was awarded a two-year, $247,000 grant from the New York-based Dana Foundation. The funds... Learn More
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Community Wisdom is Transforming Wellbeing Initiatives and Research
June 24, 2026
Collaborations between Wisconsin community members and Center for Healthy Minds highlight the power of initiatives and research grounded in trust,... Learn More >
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 >
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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How Science Can Inform Good Leadership
December 15, 2015
Richard Davidson provides three strategies for leaders and managers to consider to cultivate well-being at work Learn More
Develop a Healthy Mind: How Focus Impacts Brain Function
December 15, 2015
In a conversation with Daniel Goleman, Richard Davidson discusses innovative practices in cognitive control for children, including ways to help... Learn More
Scientists to Share Insights into Compassion with the Dalai Lama
December 15, 2015
Richard Davidson weighs in on neuroplasticity Learn More
The Neuroscience of Compassion
December 15, 2015
Featuring research from Richard Davidson on emotion regulation Learn More
Interview with Dr. Richard Davidson
December 15, 2015
The Living Hero program talks with Richard Davidson about his career path, how meditation changes the brain and his research Learn More
How to Beat Stress and Angst Through Meditation
December 15, 2015
Richard Davidson says meditation is like any other workout - if you want the benefits, you have to practice Learn More
Building a Better Brain
December 15, 2015
Richard Davidson shares that humans may be able to produce produce physical changes in their brains that can improve their lives Learn More
Prayer May Reshape Your Brain...And Your Reality
December 15, 2015
Richard Davidson discusses neuroplasticity with NPR Learn More
'Mindfulness' Meditation Being Used in Hospitals and Schools
December 15, 2015
USA Today features research on well-being from the Center Learn More
Joyful Wisdom: How Happy Can We Be?
December 15, 2015
Friend of the Center Daniel Goleman discusses happiness and highlights research from the Center Learn More
Mental Exercise like Meditation Can Literally Change Our Minds
December 15, 2015
Richard Davidson discusses the power of mental exercise Learn More
Try Meditation to Lower Your Blood Pressure and Protect Your Heart
December 15, 2015
Richard Davidson weighs in on meditation practices and well-being Learn More