Zap your way to zen: brain stimulation may Fast-Track meditation

NCT ID NCT06601699

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called transcranial electrical stimulation (TES) can help people quickly reach a meditative state—normally achieved only after years of training. 48 healthy adults who have never meditated will wear an EEG cap and receive brain stimulation while performing a guided meditation task. Researchers will measure changes in brain activity and self-reported feelings of ego-disengagement to see if the stimulation makes meditation easier and more effective.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Transcranial electrical stimulation (TES)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a way to help people achieve meditation-like benefits quickly, without extensive training.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study in healthy volunteers, not a treatment for any disease. It may not produce lasting or generalizable results.

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Locations

University of Wisconsin
RECRUITING

Madison, Wisconsin, 53719, United States

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