Psychophysiology lab established in SpARC office, Gyan Sarovar during SIR-2012. SpARC Rajyoga Research Lab conducts collaborative research with DRDO, NIMHANS, INMAS, ISIC, AIIMS, ICSSR, and other premier research organizations.
SpARC Lab
Psychophysiology laboratory for meditation research
Current Research Projects
Collaborative research with DRDO, NIMHANS, INMAS, ISIC and other premier research organizations
Effect of Rajyoga Meditation on Physiological, Psychological & Affective Functions
Comprehensive study examining the impact of Rajyoga meditation on multiple physiological and psychological parameters in practitioners.
Key Findings
- Blood Pressure Reduction – Better Cardiac Function
- Heart Rate Variability – Improved Autonomic Balance
- Reduced Stress & Anxiety Levels
- Enhanced Emotional Regulation
Raja Yoga Meditation as Mode of Cognitive Intervention
Pilot project investigating how Rajyoga meditation can serve as a cognitive intervention tool for enhancing mental performance.
Key Findings
- Theta Wave Increase – Deep Level Relaxation
- Anxiety, Stress & Neurosis Decrease
- Long Term Memory Improvement
- Ability to Focus Enhancement
Neural Correlates of Well-Being in Long Term Raja Yogis
Advanced neuroimaging study exploring brain changes in experienced Rajyoga practitioners with over 10,000 hours of practice.
Key Findings
- Greater Positive Feelings & Emotional Well-being
- Enhanced Neural Plasticity
- Improved Stress Resilience
- Better Cognitive Performance
Effect of Raja Yoga Meditation on Brain Structure
MRI-based study examining structural brain changes in long-term Rajyoga meditators compared to control groups.
Key Findings
- Increased Grey Matter Volume in Key Brain Regions
- Enhanced Connectivity in Reward Processing Areas
- Improved Emotional Regulation Circuitry
- Better Attention Network Integration
Effect of Raja Yoga Meditation in Healing Spinal Injuries
Pilot study investigating the therapeutic potential of Rajyoga meditation for spinal cord injury patients’ psychological and functional recovery.
Key Findings
- Improved Psychological Well-being
- Enhanced Pain Management
- Better Functional Outcomes
- Increased Quality of Life
Partner Organizations
Collaborative research with premier institutions
DRDO
Defense Research Development Organisation
NIMHANS
National Institute of Mental Health & Neuro Sciences
INMAS
Institute of Nuclear Medicine & Allied Sciences
ISIC
Indian Spinal Injuries Centre
AIIMS
All India Institute of Medical Sciences
ICSSR
Indian Council of Social Science Research