Nova Institute for Health

Nova Institute for Health We are a heart-centered think tank that takes action for the good of people, places, and the planet. Negative comments are responded to on a case-by-case basis.

We see a world where health is valued as our most basic and essential asset and where people, places, and the planet flourish for the benefit of all. A world where health underlies all of society’s decisions and actions, where the many interconnected determinants of well-being are recognized, and where we place greater value on integration, creativity, and wisdom. A world where people enjoy meaningful and fulfilling lives—no matter where on Earth they live, work, or play. The Nova Institute for Health is a heart-centered think tank that takes action for the good of people, places, and the planet. Our mission is to catalyze new ideas in health, understand the complex network of factors that influence health, and promote the well-being of individuals, communities, and the planet. A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Nova Institute was founded in 2007 by Professor Brian Berman, MD, a pioneer in the field of integrative medicine. Cultivating a broad, transdisciplinary community of thought leaders and partners, the Nova Institute has established an international reputation as a place for exploration and discovery. We use social media to engage a global audience of researchers, thought leaders, academics, healthcare professionals, and more. We engage with our audience thoughtfully and professionally. The Institute will like, share, and comment on work from scholars, fellows, and other innovative and relevant organizations. We make every effort to be transparent about our involvement in certain projects and initiatives while remaining sensitive to our donors, funding organizations, researchers, and other stakeholders.

Join us for the next free, virtual Nova Campfire, "Neurodiversity and Just Societies: Rethinking Difference, Responsibil...
03/25/2026

Join us for the next free, virtual Nova Campfire, "Neurodiversity and Just Societies: Rethinking Difference, Responsibility, and Human Dignity," on 4/23 at 11 am EDT. This transdisciplinary event will explore an expanding understanding of neurodiversity and implications for more a humane and equitable future.

Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/3Rtx50YyCJm

We're thrilled to announce that applications are open for the 2026-27 Nova Institute Media Fellowships! This fellowship ...
03/20/2026

We're thrilled to announce that applications are open for the 2026-27 Nova Institute Media Fellowships! This fellowship supports experienced print, broadcast, and digital journalists and nonprofit newsrooms reporting on the complex, intertwined factors that affect health and well-being. The 12-month term starts September 2026 and provides a $60,000 award plus travel reimbursement. Applications close April 20.

Learn more, share, and apply! https://novainstituteforhealth.org/our-communities/media-fellows/2026-media-fellowship-overview/

Want more stories, news, and conversations about health, flourishing, and well-being? Sign up for our newsletter and get...
03/16/2026

Want more stories, news, and conversations about health, flourishing, and well-being? Sign up for our newsletter and get the latest insights, ideas, and events delivered to your inbox.

Read the latest issue and subscribe: https://ow.ly/8XnL50Ys1uT

"We focus on the relationship as an intervention. It’s the container in which healing, identity, and belonging are resto...
03/12/2026

"We focus on the relationship as an intervention. It’s the container in which healing, identity, and belonging are restored."

In the latest Insight Collaborative for Mental Well-Being conversation, Candice Simonds shares how healing for foster youth starts with a caring, consistent relationship.

Long-term therapeutic relationships can provide the stability, safety, and connection needed to process trauma and rediscover a sense of belonging. Through A Home Within’s model of open-ended, relationship-centered therapy—provided for free, Simonds is helping reimagine what meaningful support for foster youth can look like.

Read the full interview: https://ow.ly/HOob50Ys0s9

Over the past two years, we’ve been in deep listening and reflection. Recognizing that we are in a time of individual, c...
02/27/2026

Over the past two years, we’ve been in deep listening and reflection. Recognizing that we are in a time of individual, communal, and global transition, we’re asking ourselves: What if health included the presence of right relationship with ourselves, our communities, and our planet?

Through all of our work, we're changing the story and broadening the meaning of health. We are pleased to share our 2024-25 report, and invite you to explore the ways we're co-creating spaces for reflection, collaboration, and action.

Read the report: https://ow.ly/zmRu50YmHFM

Addressing the planet's sustainability and biodiversity crises requires fundamental shifts in how we relate to land, lif...
02/24/2026

Addressing the planet's sustainability and biodiversity crises requires fundamental shifts in how we relate to land, life, and each other. New work from Nova Scholar Hannah Gosnell and colleagues elevate a framework to move from systems of domination to those of care, reciprocity, and regeneration. Central to this work is the recognition that including those closest to the land — Indigenous Peoples and local communities — is critical for meaningful change.

Read more: https://ow.ly/4Hav50Ykym4

“I learned that talking about food—our habits, cultural roots, and stories—can be a more human entry point to well-being...
02/13/2026

“I learned that talking about food—our habits, cultural roots, and stories—can be a more human entry point to well-being than nutrients alone.”

In our latest Insight Collaborative for Mental Well-Being chat, Amy Vu, co-executive director of FEAST, shows how food can nourish more than just the body. Through community, culture, and connection, this important work helps people reclaim joy, agency, and resilience—even in the face of systemic challenges.

Read the full conversation via link in bio.

On  , we remember Dr. King’s lifelong commitment to the Beloved Community—an inclusive society of justice, equality, and...
01/19/2026

On , we remember Dr. King’s lifelong commitment to the Beloved Community—an inclusive society of justice, equality, and peace. Today, that vision feels urgent and deeply relevant amid grave injustices unfolding across our country. As advocates for well-being, equity, and human dignity, we honor Dr. King's legacy as we continue to work toward greater health and flourishing for all.

The 2025 Los Angeles wildfires ravaged communities, not just with flames but days of toxic smoke and ash that raised imp...
01/16/2026

The 2025 Los Angeles wildfires ravaged communities, not just with flames but days of toxic smoke and ash that raised important questions about health risks.

"The fires also presented a moment to learn crucial missing information about the health effects of wildfires to help those affected and to better protect people's health from the inevitable next ones."

NPR's latest covers ongoing research about the long-term health impacts of wildfire exposure as part of the Nova Media Fellowship.

Read more: https://ow.ly/OTRL50XY2LA

From the Nova family to yours, happy New Year! May the year be full of joy, warmth, possibility, and good health — for y...
01/01/2026

From the Nova family to yours, happy New Year! May the year be full of joy, warmth, possibility, and good health — for you, your community, and our shared planet 🌟

“I learned that in some Indigenous cultures, when a sick person goes to a healer, the first question they are asked is, ...
12/19/2025

“I learned that in some Indigenous cultures, when a sick person goes to a healer, the first question they are asked is, ‘when did you stop singing and dancing?’ There's a lot of truth in this question"

In our latest Insight Collaborative for Mental Well-Being interview, Dr. Federica Lari, PhD — cell biologist, contemplative practices instructor, and creator of Planetary Health Yoga — shares how reconnecting with ourselves and the natural world offers a path to personal and ecological healing.

Drawing on science, yoga, mindfulness, and deep inquiry, Federica sees many of today’s intertwined social, ecological, and psychological crises stemming from a profound disconnection from life and nature. Her work invites us to rebuild that bond, beginning with our bodies and breath, moving through nourishment and awareness, and ultimately recognizing our interdependence with all living beings.

Read the full conversation: https://ow.ly/OrzT50XMAte

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