Consciousness Research & Systemic Impact
Studying how inner transformation shapes leadership, collaboration, and systems
Why Research Matters
At Zhen Institute, research is not an add-on—it is a pillar of our mission. We study how shifts in consciousness influence leadership behavior, decision-making, collaboration, and ethical action across complex systems.
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Research Partnerships
Zhen Institute collaborates with researchers and institutions across neuroscience, psychology, and contemplative science to build an evidence base for consciousness-centered leadership.
- Stanford-affiliated researchers
- Cambridge-affiliated researchers
- UC Berkeley–affiliated researchers
Researchers
Tristan Bekinschtein
Originally from Buenos Aires but now in the UK, I am a biologist, Master in Neurophysiology and PhD in Neuroscience. I am the Professor of Consciousness and Cognition at the University of Cambridge, UK. I am also the co-Founder of Human Experience Dynamics Ltd.
Joshua Brahinsky
Joshua Brahinsky is a Stanford University researcher studying psychology and charismatic prayer's cognitive impacts. He authored Tongues of Fire, an 18-year study on evangelical mind-body practices, releasing March 2026.