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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‘The only thing you need is your own mind’: how to start meditating
January 7, 2025
With the new year often comes new "wellness" products or gadgets that can claim to help us be more mindful. But, the only thing you really need to... Learn More
New Year, new goals: How to set the right intention
January 3, 2025
A better way to plan your New Years resolutions? Get expert tips on successful intention-setting for 2025 from Dr. Richard J. Davidson, founder and... Learn More
Depression: 5 Million Americans May Benefit From Psychedelic Therapy
December 27, 2024
"While our analysis is a crucial first step, we've only scratched the surface in understanding the true public health impact psilocybin therapy may... Learn More
7 Simple Ways to Actually Reduce Inflammation in Your Body
December 27, 2024
Doctors and researchers, including Dr. Melissa Rosenkranz, share the everyday habits that make a difference. Learn More
Abundant Life school shooting prompts calls for support, action
December 27, 2024
CHM experts Dr. Richard J. Davidson and Simon Goldberg remind us that we need to respond both with support and compassion for those most affected... Learn More
Varela International Symposium: A Dialogue with Dr. Richard J. Davidson and Dr. John Dunne
December 27, 2024
Check out this recent dialogue with CHM experts Dr. Richard J. Davidson and Dr. John Dunne while they explore topics on meditation beyond... Learn More
Unpacking Work–Life Balance
December 27, 2024
Simon Goldberg, Center for Healthy Minds core faculty member, and Matt Hirshberg, CHM research assistant professor, weigh in on some of the ways... Learn More
Ultrasound Brain Stimulation Boosts Mindfulness
December 11, 2024
Study participants felt time distortion, fewer negative thoughts and greater detachment from feelings with a noninvasive ultrasound intervention.... Learn More
Election results can feel like the end of the world if your candidate loses. You're not alone.
November 22, 2024
Dr. Richard J. Davidson weighs in on how dealing with post-election anxiety. Learn More
Video: Neuroscientist Dr. Richard J. Davidson Answers Emotion Questions | WIRED
November 20, 2024
Neuroscientist and Psychologist Dr. Richard J. Davidson joins WIRED to answer the internet's burning questions about our emotions. Are men truly... Learn More
Research Shows Racism May Influence Infant Brain Development
November 14, 2024
CHM and HMI researchers publish new findings about the intergenerational impact of racism on the newborn brain. Learn More
WORT FM: Dr. Richard Davidson – The Science of Meditation
November 14, 2024
Dr. Richard Davidson, a renowned expert in contemplative neuroscience and founder of the Center for Healthy Minds at UW-Madison, appeared on the... Learn More