Research

An 8‑day advanced meditation retreat with a vegan diet significantly elevated anti-inflammatory acylglycines and lowered atherogenic lipid markers, suggesting improved biochemical health

Whole-blood gene expression analysis after an 8-day meditation retreat showed significant up-regulation of ~220 immune-related genes—particularly interferon pathways—without triggering inflammation

Participation in the 8-day Samyama meditation intervention was associated with lower HbA1c, systemic inflammation, and improved lipid profiles, alongside sustained enhancements in mental health .

Advanced meditation practice was found to modulate resting-state functional connectivity—particularly between salience and default-mode networks—which correlated with higher mindfulness scores.

A topical collection on how contemplative practices inform consciousness, cognition, and compassionate behavior.

Among IT professionals, those who consistently practiced the IEO program experienced statistically significant reductions in perceived stress levels.

University students showed that online Isha Upa Yoga significantly reduced stress and anxiety while improving well-being, mood, and resilience.

The Inner Engineering Completion Online course significantly improved emotional balance, productivity, and self-confidence within a short time frame.

Simple daily breathwork practices may help modulate COVID-related stress and immune response.

Yoga-based breathing techniques were highly acceptable and feasible among healthcare workers under pandemic stress.

Hospitalized cancer patients were generally receptive to short meditative practices.

A single 15-minute guided meditation session resulted in significantly reduced stress and mood disturbance in operating room staff.