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
NEWS & MEDIA
Explore the latest news, features and media about the Center for Healthy Minds.
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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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
News & Media
Re-Wiring Your Brain for Happiness: Research Shows How Meditation Can Physically Change the Brain
December 14, 2015
ABC News and Dan Harris dive into the science of meditation and why people around the country are beginning to try it Learn More
Retraining the Brain
December 14, 2015
Now interviews Center Neuroscientist Richard Davidson and examines how to train healthy qualities of mind Learn More
UW–Madison Researchers to Meet with Dalai Lama
December 14, 2015
Center Founder Richard Davidson and Global Health Institute Jonathan Patz travel to India to explore global well-being with the Dalai Lama Learn More
Veterans Learn to Use Yoga and Meditation Exercises to Reconnect With Their Emotions in a UW–Madison Study
December 14, 2015
The Wisconsin State Journal covers a study focusing on the well-being of veterans at the Center Learn More
UW-Madison Happiness Research Featured in NOVA Documentary
December 13, 2015
Center Founder Richard Davidson Appears in Third Episode of "This Emotional Life" Titled “Rethinking Happiness" Learn More >
Gift Expands Faculty and Research to Help Youth Flourish
December 13, 2015
Gift enables research investigating mental health for at-risk youth Learn More >
Knowing Every Breath You Take
December 12, 2015
This New York Times editorial shares research ideas and a talk led by Center Neuroscientist Richard Davidson Learn More
Meditation: Push-Ups for the Brain
December 12, 2015
Idea Fit draws from Center for Healthy Minds research on well-being Learn More
Mindfulness Meditation May Ease Pain from Stress-Related Conditions Like IBS and Arthritis
December 12, 2015
The Daily Mail shares findings from a Center for Healthy Minds study Learn More
26th Mind and Life Conference begins at Drepung University
December 12, 2015
The Tibet Post shares insights from a dialogue among the Dalai Lama, scientists and scholars Learn More
UW Study Shows Benefits of Mindfulness Meditation for Inflammation
December 12, 2015
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel shares findings from a study led by Center Scientist Melissa Rosenkranz Learn More
Where Science and Religion Coexist
December 12, 2015
The New York Times chronicles the Dalai Lama's interest in science and collaborations with scientists, including Center Founder Richard Davidson Learn More