The Consciousness & Energy Research Fellowship is managed by
Meredith Sprengel
Fellowship Director
Meredith brings more than fifteen years of experience in integrative medicine research across foundations, universities, and research institutions. She oversees SEFC’s research and programs portfolio and works closely with funders, researchers, and partner organizations to strengthen the field and advance high impact projects.
Program Advisors
This project is supported by The Subtle Energy Funders Collective
Meredith Sprengel
Fellowship Director
Meredith brings more than fifteen years of experience in integrative medicine research across foundations, universities, and research institutions. She oversees SEFC’s research and programs portfolio and works closely with funders, researchers, and partner organizations to strengthen the field and advance high impact projects.
Subtle Energy Funders Collective
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Subtle Energy Funders Collective
The Consciousness and Energy Research Fellowship is an initiative of the Subtle Energy Funders Collective (SEFC) - a collaborative group of philanthropists dedicated to advancing the scientific understanding and validation of subtle energy and biofield healing. Together, SEFC seeks to catalyze the integration of evidence-based biofield therapies into mainstream healthcare, personal wellness, and culture.
The Consciousness and Energy Research Fellowship is an initiative of the Subtle Energy Funders Collective (SEFC) - a collaborative group of philanthropists dedicated to advancing the scientific understanding and validation of subtle energy and biofield healing. Together, SEFC seeks to catalyze the integration of evidence-based biofield therapies into mainstream healthcare, personal wellness, and culture.
The Fellowship is made possible through the generous support of past and present members of the Subtle Energy Funders Collective, including:
Penny George and Jeff George | The George Family Foundation
Dr. Kylie Hohn and Sir Christopher Hohn | LightEn
Wayne Jonas, M.D. | non-funding advisory member
Jill Shah | Shah Family Foundation
Jeffrey C. Walker | Walker Family Foundation
Jason Yotopoulos | Emerald Gate Foundation
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The Subtle Energy Funders Collective is managed by
David Leibsohn
Managing Partner, Subtle Energy Funders Collective
David Leibsohn manages the Subtle Energy Funders Collective, a collaborative of philanthropists and investors committed to help scientifically validate subtle energy and biofield healing and advance an evidence-based paradigm into mainstream health and wellness. David is an experienced executive and entrepreneur with over 20 years in technology and clean energy business. He has long had a passion for supporting human transformation, and now works to advance science, technology, and organizations that can elevate mental and emotional well-being, performance, and human flourishing at scale. In addition to the Subtle Energy Funders Collective, David has been an early supporter of the Transformative Technology Conference, Consciousness Hacking, and the Shift Network, and advises numerous purpose-guided start-up companies.
Meredith Sprengel
Research and Program Director, Subtle Energy Funders Collective
Meredith Sprengel is the Research and Program Director for the Subtle Energy Funders. Collective and is currently acting as interim Program Manager for the Biofield Fellowship Research Program. Ms. Sprengel has a BA in psychology and government from Georgetown University and a MS in Conflict Analysis and Resolution. Trained in social psychological research methods and research evaluation and assessment, she has spent the last ten years working in the fields of integrative medicine and biofield science with the Samueli Institute, the Samueli Foundation’s Integrative Health Programs, The John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation, and also as guest researcher at The Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research. Her research focuses on evaluating the integration of complementary modalities into allopathic medicine for the treatment of anxiety, trauma, and chronic pain to enhance resilience and wellbeing and foster whole-person healing.
Requirements
Complete the project within 1–2 years.
Submit progress reports and a final report.
Publish findings in a peer‑reviewed journal (expected).
Present research at the Annual Research Conference.
Participate in regular curated online gatherings with cohort and mentors.
Community‑Building
Fellows join a wider community of emerging and established biofield researchers, engaging via online forums, small virtual meetings and events, workshops, regular communications, and in‑person sessions (e.g., at the Annual Research Conference).
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Dr. George Mekler
Exploring New Frontiers in Biofield Research
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Research
The Fellowship’s research priorities are designed to grow our understanding of the efficacy, effectiveness, and mechanisms of subtle energy and biofield practices to help address physical and mental health conditions. We are currently seeking applications that advance our understanding of subtle energy and biofield healing including clinical, qualitative, fundamental science & mechanism research.
Community
The Fellowship’s research priorities are designed to grow our understanding of the efficacy, effectiveness, and mechanisms of subtle energy and biofield practices to help address physical and mental health conditions. We are currently seeking applications that advance our understanding of subtle energy and biofield healing including clinical, qualitative, fundamental science & mechanism research.
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Fellowship
The Fellowship’s research priorities are designed to grow our understanding of the efficacy, effectiveness, and mechanisms of subtle energy and biofield practices to help address physical and mental health conditions. We are currently seeking applications that advance our understanding of subtle energy and biofield healing including clinical, qualitative, fundamental science & mechanism research.
Featured Researcher
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Dr. George Mekler
Exploring New Frontiers in Biofield Research
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