Understanding physiological mechanism of compassion and empathy

Compassion and empathy are central for individual and societal wellbeing. In a set of studies, we have developed means to study physiological and emotional inter-personal synchronization and are using them to understand the relation between empathy, emotional distress, self-compassion and compassion.

Additional research projects

Effects of contemplative pedagogy in higher education

Teachers practicing mindfulness

The relation between mindfulness and need-supporting schools and classes

The effect of psychedelics on trauma and moral injury

Mindfulness as a means to decrease division polarization and increase healing processes within and between communities and societies

Understanding context sensitive mindfulness for increasing diversity and inclusion of mindfulness programs and investigating how these programs can support wellbeing and flourishing of marginalized and challenged groups and communities

Understanding the underlying mechanisms and working ingredients of mindfulness and other well-being cultivating practices.