Center for Healthy Minds

The Center for Healthy Minds is an interdisciplinary research center at the University of Wisconsin–Madison focused on understanding the mind, emotions, and well-being. Known for foundational research on the neuroscience of well-being and the effects of contemplative practices such as meditation on the brain, the center brings together expertise from psychology, neuroscience, psychiatry, education, humanities, genetics, molecular biology, economics, and related fields. Its work includes science programs, publications, research participation opportunities, events, and student research experiences.