In a significant step that merges scientific research with spiritual insight, Parul University proudly inaugurated the Dr. Vijay Bhatkar Global Research Center for Neurocognitive and Consciousness Studies under the guidance of Padma Bhushan Dr. Vijay Bhatkar, India’s leading computer scientist and the creator of the nation’s first supercomputer, PARAM. Dr. Bhatkar, known as the architect of India’s National Initiative in Supercomputing, recently visited the university campus for a conference exploring the convergence of mindfulness, AI, and ethics in behavioural science.
As a highlight of his visit, Dr. Bhatkar agreed to serve as the Advisor for Research and Development at Parul University in Vadodara, marking a new era of scientific research and innovation at the university. His role will help shape key initiatives in areas such as AI in healthcare, cognitive sciences, sustainable technology, and quantum computing.
The center aims to serve as a global hub for integrated research by combining Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), neuroscience, Vedic science, cognitive and consciousness studies, organizational intelligence, and spiritual philosophies to broaden the understanding of human behaviour and cognition. A key focus area of the center will be Quantum Emotion, which explores the emotional and vibrational dimensions of consciousness, linking neurobiology with vibrational science and holistic well-being.
Dr. Vijay Bhatkar, sharing his thoughts on the establishment of the center and the future of research in behavioural science, stated, “This is not just a research center but a sacred mission to bring humanity to its higher potential through the convergence of science and spirituality.”
“The establishment of this centre represents a revolutionary step toward interdisciplinary innovation. The Center will redefine research frontiers and create a better and more empathetic world by bridging the fields of AI, neuroscience, and cognitive science,” said Dr. Geetika Madan Patel, Vice President (Quality, Research & Health Sciences) and Medical Director, Parul University, as the university ushers in a new era of research through this Center.
With the establishment of this center, Parul University reaffirms its dedication to research, thought leadership, and integrated learning on a global scale. Through this initiative, the university continues its mission of creating institutions that support social, scientific, and spiritual transformation by building a space where mindfulness meets research and consciousness connects with creativity.
