This premier 2- to 3-day international academic conference brings together scientists, clinicians, educators, and mind-body health practitioners from around the world to explore the physiological mechanisms and integrative medical potential of Tai Chi and Qigong. The event aims to foster a deeper integration of traditional wisdom and modern scientific approaches.
The conference is hosted by the Harvard Medical School Osher Center for Integrative Medicine and will be held at the Joseph B. Martin Conference Center at Harvard Medical School. With state-of-the-art facilities and a prime location at the intersection of Harvard University and Boston’s culturally rich Fenway neighborhood, the center offers an ideal academic environment for high-quality presentations and collaborative research.
Dates: Thursday, April 30 – Saturday, May 2, 2026
Theme: Advancing Research on the Physiological Mechanisms of Mind-Body Integration
Venue: Joseph B. Martin Conference Center, Harvard Medical School
Conference Agenda Highlights:
Keynote Presentations and Plenary Sessions
Invited Abstract Presentations (Poster and Oral Sessions)
Thematic Workshops
International Forums and Networking Opportunities （May 3）
To register for the conference and submit scientific abstracts and/or symposia or panel proposals for presentation, please visit: https://www.osherscienceoftcq.org/Submission-Information. Outstanding poster abstracts and oral presentations will be eligible for awards. The submission deadline is September 30, 2025, and decisions will be announced in December.
In addition to the main conference, an invitation-only half-day gathering will be held on May 3, 2025, following the main event. This Leadership Network Forum is intended for key leaders shaping the field of TCQ research, implementation, and global strategies. A select group of participants will be invited to attend. We are seeking institutional or organizational leaders with a strong track record in TCQ research to apply for participation in this forum.
The goals of the Leadership Network Forum are to:
Discuss the structure and development of an international academic network in TCQ;
Identify potential collaborative opportunities and initiatives for the network;
Explore funding opportunities for the research network.
While the primary focus is on research programs, we also welcome engagement from leaders involved in education and dissemination. If selected, your institution/organization may send up to three delegates, one of whom will present on your TCQ-related programs during the forum.
To apply for delegate participation and request an official invitation for your institution/organization, please contact Event Ambassador Dr. Shudong Li (Shudong.Li@wtsf.org) with the following information:
Your name
The institution or organization you represent
A short description (under 250 words) of your research program and/or relevance to TCQ research, including three examples of research from the past two years with citations or scientific publications
For conference planner: tcq@conferencesolutionsinc.com or call 503.244.4294, ext 1003.
For registration questions: register@conferencesolutionsinc.com or call 503.244.4294, ext 1006.
For Leadership Network Forum: Please contact Event Ambassador Dr. Shudong Li (Shudong.Li@wtsf.org)
The World Taiji Science Federation (WTSF) is honored to support the successful hosting of this international academic event. In addition to WTSF President Dr. Shudong Li being invited to serve as Conference Ambassador and Co-organizer of the Leadership Network Forum, WTSF has curated a special extended itinerary for international delegates and invited scholars.
This extended program includes:
The Silicon Valley Health Forum at Stanford University (U.S. West Coast)
The Harvard International Conference on Taiji and Qigong for Whole-Person Health
The exclusive Leadership Network Forum on the East Coast
We warmly welcome participants from around the world to submit abstracts and proposals and join this meaningful academic journey that bridges traditional wisdom with modern scientific discovery.
April 28, 2026 – Arrival and registration at Stanford University
April 29, 2026 – Silicon Valley Health Forum, Stanford Faculty Club
April 30, 2026 – Arrival and registration at Harvard University
May 1–2, 2026 – Harvard Conference on Taiji and Qigong Science
May 3, 2026 – Leadership Network Forum (subject to approval)
May 4, 2026 – Departure
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