An exploration of the neuroscience of meditation, including recent research as well as future potential for its application.

Most previous research, like that done by Lazar, has used either magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or electroencephalography (EEG) to get a picture of what’s happening in the brain during ...

A personalized electronic facial tattoo that wirelessly monitors the brain can tell when the organ is being overworked and ...

They occur during periods of high cognitive ... It may be possible to boost gamma brain wave levels through sensory stimulation, diet, and meditation. Still, more evidence is necessary to support ...

Now, as I’ve previously written, meditation ... brain stimulation, there are two giants: transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and transcranial electrical stimulation (tES). During TMS ...

Here’s another reason to hit the “pause” button and find your zen. A new study found that meditation influences key regions of your brain responsible for emotional regulation and memory ...

Getting sleepy while you meditate is fairly common. The brain waves active during meditation may be similar to those in early stages of sleep. That means it’s natural to feel a bit drowsy during ...

Even when the monks were not meditating, their gamma wave activity was still strong. This suggests that meditation can lead to long-lasting changes in the brain. 2. Improved emotional well-being ...