ISCS 2016

The Mind & Life Institute’s International Symposium for Contemplative Studies (ISCS) takes place November 10 – 13, 2016, at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina. Download the app now to get the most out of your conference experience.

The Mind & Life Institute convenes ISCS every two years to continue its work establishing the new interdisciplinary field of contemplative studies. ISCS brings together the community of university faculty, researchers, students, artists and contemplative practitioners who share the goal of understanding the power of the mind through science.

ISCS offers master lectures, panel discussions, poster sessions and contemplative practice, exploring basic and applied science, scholarship, education, the arts and contemplative traditions such as meditation.

Download the ISCS app and join the preeminent conference on contemplative sciences. Thought leaders from around the world will share their insights along with the latest research on mindfulness and other meditative practices. Experience stimulating interdisciplinary discussions, networking and contemplative practice including meditation and yoga, all coming together to advance a scientific understanding of the mind, with the goal of reducing suffering and promoting well-being.