Porges Lab

Porges Lab, led by Dr. Stephen Porges, focuses on understanding how the nervous system influences health, emotions, and social behavior. The lab studies the vagus nerve, a key part of our body's relaxation system, to see how it affects our ability to connect with others, cope with stress, and recover from trauma. Their research helps develop therapies for mental health issues, trauma, and physical illnesses by promoting better regulation of the nervous system, ultimately improving well-being and social functioning.