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Learn more about the work we do through the latest Baylor research news.

April 30, 2025
Byron Johnson, GFS co-leader

Generational, financial, geographical and spiritual differences top flourishing findings. 

April 30, 2025
Pat Neff Hall at Baylor University

Institute establishes Baylor as a global leader for research on faith and human flourishing, as well as the epicenter for global flourishing research/practice alongside Harvard’s Human Flourishing Program.

April 30, 2025
GFS co-directors Byron Johnson and Tyler Vanderweele speak at GFS launch event

GFS researchers highlight dichotomy between a nation's GDP and reported flourishing in a New York Times editorial.

April 30, 2025
Abstract art of human beings

A deep dive into the data from the First Wave of the Global Flourishing Study, featuring insights from more than 200,000 people across 22 countries.

April 30, 2025
Byron Johnson stands in Baylor's Armstrong Browning Library

Three key insights emerged from the First Wave of data from the landmark Global Flourishing Study, a landmark $43.4 million project that represents the most comprehensive undertaking to uncover the roots of human flourishing.

April 15, 2025
Abstract image of battery power

Jonathan Larson, Ph.D., assistant professor of chemistry & biochemistry, shares groundbreaking research with leaders from industry, academia & government at Volta Foundation’s Battery Forum.

April 14, 2025
Woman looks at computer

Baylor University/Dell Medical School study reveals surprising link between technology use and reduced risk for dementia for older adults.

March 27, 2025
Julie Hoggarth headshot with AAAS logo.

World’s largest general scientific society honors Julie Hoggarth, Ph.D., for meritorious contribution to the advancement of science.

An action orientation is important to Baylor. Being a Christian research university is not just theoretical. It's about impact, and making a difference in the world, in people's lives, and in communities and beyond.

Linda A. Livingstone, Ph.D.
President, Baylor University; Past Chairman and Current Board Member, ACE; Chairman NCAA Board of Governors; Chairman, Big12 Board of Directors
Baylor President, Dr. Linda A. Livingstone