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Matthew Ricard

Buddhist Monk & Scientist · Shechen Monastery / Mind & Life Institute

Kathmandu, NepalWebsite

Research Areas

MeditationBuddhismContemplative Neuroscience

About

Buddhist monk and molecular biologist who became a key subject in neuroscience research on meditation. His brain scans at Richard Davidson's lab showed unprecedented gamma wave activity during compassion meditation.

Publications

  • Happiness: A Guide to Developing Life's Most Important Skill
  • Altruism: The Power of Compassion to Change Yourself and the World

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