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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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 >
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Mindfulness and Beyond
December 4, 2015
Center researchers and scholars are just beginning to explore how meditation affects well-being Learn More >
Changing Brains for the Better
November 29, 2015
There are practices that can change our brains for the better, according to new Center research Learn More >
Stress May Delay Brain Development in Early Years
November 29, 2015
Stress may affect brain development in children, according to new research from the Center Learn More >
Mother-Infant Study Searches for Insight Into Early Development
November 29, 2015
Center scientists examine how brain develops in first two years of life Learn More >
Brain Can Be Trained in Compassion, Study Shows
November 29, 2015
Can compassion be learned? Learn More >
Educational Games to Train Middle Schoolers’ Attention, Empathy
November 29, 2015
A new grant will allow researchers to design and rigorously test two educational games Learn More >
Forum Considers Human Consciousness
November 29, 2015
The 10th annual International Bioethics Forum, “Manifesting the Mind,” will explore perspectives on human consciousness at its two-day symposium Learn More >
It’s Not All Wedded Bliss
November 29, 2015
Research suggests people who experience chronic marital stress are less able to savor positive experiences – a hallmark of depression Learn More >
International Film Circuit Presents 'Free the Mind'
November 29, 2015
A documentary follows Center Founder Richard Davidson's journey in understanding the mind and well-being Learn More >
Earth Day Conference to Explore Economic Growth, Happiness
November 29, 2015
Richard Davidson of the Center for Healthy Minds to participate in UW–Madison Earth Day activities Learn More >
Students to Hold Suicide Prevention Walk
November 29, 2015
Center for Healthy Minds Founder Richard Davidson participates in larger discussions during Suicide Prevention events Learn More >
‘Perfect’ Conversations on Tap for June’s Big Learning Event
November 29, 2015
Center Founder Richard Davidson to speak at campus learning event Learn More >