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David’s research explores how people adapt and thrive under stress, focusing on mind-body connection pathways for resilience. He conducts community-based intervention trials, laboratory experiments, and neuroimaging studies to uncover stress management strategies including mindfulness meditation, self-affirmation, and cognitive reappraisal to enhance coping, reduce stress, and improve health outcomes. Currently, David is leading studies that examine how digital mindfulness training influences brain function, physiological stress responses, and disease outcomes in at-risk populations. His work also investigates simple behavioral strategies, such as engaging in meaningful activities that reflect personal values, to enhance performance under pressure. His research bridges psychology, neuroscience, and public health to design evidence-based tools aimed at improving mental and physical well-being.
Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.