Contemplative Studies News Today

Psychedelic medicine is a controversial but intriguing area of science that continues to generate interest from the health and medical sector. Could this potential therapy be used to treat one of the deadliest psychiatric disorders, anorexia nervosa?

Being an undergraduate student involves lots of dedication, homework and balancing work and social lives. It can be stressful, there is no doubt about that. The Contemplative Studies Initiative at Oregon State University is one of many resources that students can turn to in order to find a way to center themselves in their stressful...

In his third and final dispatch from the Amazonas Green Festival in Manaus, Brazil, NYC writer Ted Panken places the focus on American  musician Ed Sarath, who "divides his time between teaching, scholarship, performing, composing, recording, speaking, and spearheading leadership initiatives.., " according to his official biography:   One of the many pleasures of the 2023…

Upcoming entrepreneur and innovation station, Disrupt Radio has announced its lunchtime show, The Advisory Board (12-2pm) will be hosted by the Director

Exclusive: Alan Jones and Megan Flamer are hosting an advice-focused show for the new entrepreneur-focused digital station, Disrupt Radio.

Stefanie Lyn Kaufman-Mthimkhulu talks about the organization's work to support struggling students and end discrimination against them.

Boston University sociologist Deborah Carr is leading a team of researchers looking to measure human flourishing and discover ways to allow everyone to thrive in adversity. The project is funded by Templeton World Charity Foundation.

Monash Lens Science still can’t explain what in us groans at the alarm clock, why we’re gladdened by a carolling magpie, or like the smell of coffee. Jakob Hohwy Professor, School of Philosophical, Historical and International Studies This riddle – what is consciousness? – is sometimes called the “hard question”, because despite advances in brain mapping and neuroscience, the nature of consciousness remains a mystery. “We don’t know how firings of neurons in the brain give rise ...

Starting university can be really stressful at the best of times, but especially when youre facing the uncertainty that comes with a global pandemic. So founder of online marketplace Redbubble, Martin Hosking, has put $22 million towards new uni courses to help students get through what can be a really tough time. Earlier this week, Monash University and the University of Melbourne revealed they would open Australias first centres for contemplative studies, after receiving the donation from Mr...