Mind & Life Fellows are distinguished leaders in their respective field who have made significant contributions to the mission and vision of the Mind & Life Institute and more broadly to contemplative sciences, studies, and practice through her/his/their scholarship, activities, and influence. See below for more information, including the history of the program, types of Mind …
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Jay Van Bavel
Jay Van Bavel is a Professor of Psychology & Neural Science at New York University, an affiliate at the Stern School of Business in Management and Organizations, Professor at the Norwegian School of Economics, and Director of the Center for Conflict & Cooperation. He is also an Associate Editor of the Proceedings of the National …
Mind & Life Institute Appoints Sona Dimidjian as Incoming Board Chair and Honors Thupten Jinpa’s Visionary Leadership
The Mind & Life Institute Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Sona Dimidjian, PhD, will become Board Chair effective January 1, 2026. A valued member of the Board for the past eight years, Sona will succeed Thupten Jinpa, PhD, whose visionary leadership and deep dedication have guided the Institute since 2011. Under Jinpa’s …
2026 Summer Research Institute
June 7 – 12, 2026 | Garrison Institute, New York The Mind & Life Institute’s 2026 Summer Research Institute will gather a bold and diverse community of scientists, contemplatives, cultural thinkers, and policymakers to explore one of the most urgent questions of our time: What holds us together in an age of fracture? Polarization isn’t …
Mind & Life Research Grants – Request For Proposals (RFP)
Please carefully read the information below before preparing your application.Please note that applications are now closed for the 2025 Mind & Life Research Grants Cycle. Up-to-date as of August 30, 2025 The Mind & Life Institute is seeking applications for the Mind & Life Research Grants. Mind & Life Research Grants are composed of four …
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SRI 2025: Information for Registrants and Attendees
Sunday, June 1 to Friday, June 6, 2025Garrison Institute, Garrison, New York Steps to SRI 2025: Register for SRI by Friday, April 11: Registration is now closedDuring the registration process, you will be able to indicate any rooming preferences, allergies, and/or medical concerns, plus any accessibility requirements. See below for registration fee details (covers all program …
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The Buddhist Contribution to First-Person Cognitive Science
While Buddhism lacks any quantitative behavioral science or neuroscience, it has developed highly sophisticated methods of introspective inquiry based on the refinement of attention and metacognitive skills. These methods allegedly result in reliable, replicable observations regarding the origins, nature, and potentials of consciousness, as well as the inner causes of mental suffering and genuine happiness.
Juensung Kim
Juensung completed his doctoral studies under the supervision of Dr. Michel Ferrari at the University of Toronto. Prior to beginning his doctoral research, Juensung completed an MA in the same program again under the supervision of Dr. Ferrari, and completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Science and Philosophy under the mentorship of Dr. John Vervaeke. Following …
Yael Latzer
Professor Yael Latzer, former Dean of the School of Social Work at the University of Haifa and Research Director at eating disorders (EDs) Rambam Medical Center, is internationally recognized for her expertise in EDs research, treatment, and policy advocacy. She holds advanced degrees in Clinical Social Work from the University of Haifa and a Doctorate …
2025 Summer Research Institute
Garrison Institute, New York, Sunday, June 1 — Friday, June 6, 2025 Applications are now closed “Reimagining Contemplative Education: Shaping a Collective Future” is for researchers, educational and contemplative practitioners, and policymakers who are committed to exploring how contemplation can enrich and reimagine educational systems in the 21st century. Contemplative education integrates academic study with …
