Mind & Life was pleased to welcome Dr. James Austin to Charlottesville, Virginia during his visit to the area. Jim is a long-time Mind & Life Fellow and a true pioneer of contemplative science. In conversation with Mind & Life president Susan Bauer-Wu, Jim shared his wisdom and knowledge on meditation, the brain, and secrets for living a long and fulfilling life.

James Austin, MD
University of Colorado Medical School (emeritus)
James Henry Austin was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1925. He attended Brown University, graduated from Harvard Medical School (1948), and did his medical internship at Boston City Hospital, where his … MORE

Susan Bauer-Wu
Mind & Life Institute
Susan Bauer-Wu, PhD, RN, is a contemplative clinical scientist, mindfulness teacher, author, non-profit and health care leader, and registered nurse. Susan served as President of the Mind & Life Institute … MORE