• Welcome to The Center for Reiki Research (CRR)

    “Reiki is one of the leading safe Energy Medicine approaches. The study summaries provided by the Center for Reiki Research are the best source for information on Reiki Research.”

    – C. Norman Shealy, M.D. Ph.D.
    Founder, American Holistic Medical Association

About Reiki

Reiki (pronounced ray-key) is a form of energy medicine or biofield therapy that reduces stress and promotes healing. It is administered through laying on of the hands in person or remotely. Reiki originated in Japan nearly 100 years ago and its popularity is growing globally. Scientific research for Reiki is still in the beginning stages, however, the research to date shows great promise for Reiki’s ability to promote health

About the CRR

The Center for Reiki Research (CRR) is the first and only 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to Reiki research. The purpose of the CRR is to promote the scientific awareness of Reiki by conducting quality research and providing an updated archive and summary of all evidence-based Reiki research published in peer reviewed journals. The CRR also offers guidance and direction for researchers, practitioners, and clinicians that want to conduct Reiki research.

Updates

Reiki Improves Cancer Treatment-Related Symptoms

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CRR President Natalie Dyer's recent paper, "Evaluation of…

Providing Reiki in the Hospital Through Spiritual Care Webinar

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In this 30-minute webinar, Robert Crandall will describe…

Call for Study Volunteers

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Call For Nominations to CRR’s Board of Directors

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  We are looking for a statistician to join our Board…

Current Status of Reiki Research 2024

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By Ann Baldwin, PhD, Professor Emerita of Physiology, University…

2024 International Reiki Research Conference Proceedings Now Available

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  The 2024 International Reiki Research Conference…
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CRR Reiki Research Study Featured in New Book

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A new Japanese book The Power of Ki to Heal Life: Holistic…

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The Center for Reiki Research is dedicated to gaining acceptance for the practice of Reiki by the medical community by persistently using rigorous professional and scientific methods. This goal is meaningful to us because those in hospitals or clinics are often people who have the greatest need for the therapeutic value Reiki can offer. In order to maintain our high standards and to achieve our purpose in a healthy and mutually supportive way we focus on the use of Reiki energy and principles in all our activities, both within our group and with all those with whom we work and interact.