Research & Scholarship

Advancing the science and practice of compassion through rigorous research and collaboration

Scholar's Directory

Meet the leading researchers and academics advancing compassion science worldwide

Dr. Sarah Chen

Professor of Compassion Studies

Stanford University

Focus: Neuroscience of Compassion

Dr. Michael Rodriguez

Director, Center for Empathy Research

UC Berkeley

Focus: Social Psychology & Empathy

Dr. Amara Okafor

Research Fellow

Oxford University

Focus: Global Ethics & Compassion

Dr. James Thompson

Associate Professor

Harvard Medical School

Focus: Compassion in Healthcare

Latest Research

Recent publications and findings from our research community

The Neuroscience of Compassion: Brain Mechanisms and Social Behavior

Chen, S., Rodriguez, M., et al. • Nature Neuroscience (2024)

Groundbreaking study revealing neural pathways activated during compassionate responses.

Compassion Training in Healthcare: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Thompson, J., Okafor, A., et al. • JAMA (2024)

Evidence-based research on the impact of compassion training on patient outcomes.

Global Perspectives on Compassion: A Cross-Cultural Analysis

Okafor, A., Chen, S., et al. • Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology (2023)

Comprehensive study examining compassion practices across 50 countries.

Blog

Insights, stories, and perspectives from our community of scholars and practitioners

Mental Health

The Power of Self-Compassion in Times of Crisis

By Dr. Sarah Chen • March 15, 2024

Exploring how self-compassion practices can help individuals navigate challenging times and build resilience.

Work

Compassionate Leadership: Lessons from Global Organizations

By Dr. Michael Rodriguez • March 10, 2024

Case studies of organizations that have successfully integrated compassion into their leadership models.

Early Years

Teaching Empathy: New Approaches in Early Education

By Dr. Amara Okafor • March 5, 2024

Innovative methods for cultivating empathy and compassion in young children through play and storytelling.

Sustainability and Climate Change

Climate Action Through Compassion: A New Framework

By Dr. James Thompson • February 28, 2024

How compassion for future generations can drive meaningful climate action and sustainable practices.

Topics

Explore research organized by key themes and areas of study

Animals

Compassion for animals and ethical treatment

Communities

Building compassionate communities

Early Years

Compassion in early childhood development

Economics

Compassionate economics and financial systems

Education

Teaching compassion in educational settings

Faith and Religion

Compassion across faith traditions

Healthcare

Compassion in medical practice and patient care

Intergenerational Self-Compassion

Self-compassion across generations

International Relations

Compassion in global diplomacy and relations

Law and Justice

Compassionate approaches to justice systems

Maternity

Compassion in maternal health and care

Men and Boys

Compassion and masculinity

Mental Health

Compassion in mental health treatment

Mindfulness

Mindfulness practices and compassion

Politics

Compassionate political leadership and policy

Refugees

Compassion for displaced populations

Social Change

Compassion as a driver for social transformation

Sustainability and Climate Change

Environmental compassion and climate action

Technology

Compassion in the digital age

Women and Girls

Compassion and gender equity

Work

Compassion in workplace culture

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