Fred Travis, PHD

Dr. Travis is a Professor of Maharishi Vedic Science, Chair of the Department of Maharishi Vedic Science, Dean of the Graduate School, and Director of the Center for Brain, Consciousness, & Cognition. He earned an MS and PhD in Psychology from Maharishi International University and a BS in Design and Environmental Analysis from Cornell University.

Academic Background

Senior Researcher, Institute for the Study of Higher States of Consciousness, 1993-Present
Post Doctoral Fellow, University of California, Davis, in Basic Sleep Research
PhD in Psychology, Maharishi International University. Dissertation: Testing the Field Model of Maharishi’s Vedic Psychology
MS in Psychology, Maharishi International University
BS in Design and Environmental Analysis, Cornell University. Senior Thesis: The Transcendental Meditation technique and Creativity: A longitudinal study of Cornell University undergraduate

Prof. Fred Travis, a renowned expert in brain research and neuroscience, is embarking on an educational tour in Bali, Yogyakarta, and Jakarta. This tour will feature engaging presentations at well-known universities and esteemed community centers, delving into the profound connections between brain health, neuroscience, and the practice of Transcendental Meditation (TM). Attendees will have the unique opportunity to gain insights from Prof. Travis’ extensive research and discover how Transcendental Meditation can enhance mental clarity, reduce stress, and promote overall well- being. The tour includes live EEG demonstrations to showcase the brainwave patterns associated with TM practice. This tour aims to deepen understanding of the scientific basis of TM and it practical applications for enhancing cognitive and emotional health.