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5 researchers found
Professor of Cognitive Science · Monash University
Cognitive neuroscientist studying how meditation training affects attention, consciousness, and brain plasticity. Her work showed that intensive meditation can reduce the attentional blink.
Buddhist Monk & Scientist · Shechen Monastery / Mind & Life Institute
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.
Buddhist Monk and Author · Shechen Monastery / Pasteur Institute (former)
Molecular biologist turned Buddhist monk who has participated in extensive neuroscientific studies on meditation and consciousness at the University of Wisconsin. Often called the "happiest man in the world" based on brain imaging research.
Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry · University of Wisconsin-Madison
Pioneer in contemplative neuroscience, studying meditation and well-being. Founded Center for Healthy Minds, collaborates with the Dalai Lama.
Scientific Director · Max Planck Society / Social Neuroscience Lab
Neuroscientist who pioneered research on empathy, compassion, and social emotions. Led the ReSource Project, the largest longitudinal study on meditation-based mental training.