Breakthrough Neuroscience Research: IIT Mandi Research Shows Listening to Indian Ragas Alters Brain Microstates - Business News Week

IIT Study Finds Indian Ragas Sculpt Brain Activity, Boost Focus & Calm

In a landmark fusion of India’s rich musical heritage and cutting-edge neuroscience, a new and recent study led by Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Director of IIT Mandi, has offered compelling scientific validation for a long-held cultural belief that music can transform the mind, exploring the dynamics of brain microtubules. Published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, the study reveals that listening to Indian Classical Ragas can significantly influe…

Breakthrough Neuroscience Research: IIT Mandi Research Shows Listening to Indian Ragas Alters Brain Microstates - Business News Week

June 30th  2025, Mumbai:. In a landmark fusion of India’s rich musical heritage and cutting-edge neuroscience, IIT Mandi conducted a pioneering study that connects ancient Indian’s rich musical heritage with modern cutting-edge neuroscience, researchers led by Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Director, IIT Mandi has shown how listening to Indian classical Ragas can influence brain activity by enhancing levels of attention, emotional regulation […] The po…