Krishna Dwivedi

@svyasa.edu.in

Assistant Professor
Division of Life Sciences, Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana

Krishna Dwivedi


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I, Dr. Krishna, have completed my B.Sc. M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Yoga from Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samasthana (S-VYASA) Yoga University, Bangalore. My Ph.D. thesis title is “Changes in Cortical and Autonomic Activities During Heartfulness Meditation: A Cross-Sectional with Immediate Effect Study”. I have explored the beneficial effects of yoga and meditation practices on mental health and brain functions using electrophysiological and neuroimaging techniques, including fNIRS, EEG, TCD, ECG, and so on. I have ten years of yoga & seven years of research experience in the cognitive neuroscience lab, S-VYASA Bangalore. I have worked on several government and privately funded projects to explore the effects of yoga, pranayama, and meditation on various aspects of the mind and body. I have published over 38 research articles and five Book chapters/general articles. I have guided 40 postgraduate students in their research work. Recently, I received the International Travel Award from the

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Cognitive Neuroscience, Behavioral Neuroscience, Complementary and Manual Therapy, Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
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Scopus Publications

  • Mind–Body Interventions as Modulators of Neural Connectivity and Cognition in Individuals at Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease: A Systematic Review
    Dwivedi Krishna, Avinash Chandra Pandey, Saurav Nilesh, Sridam Anand, Jyoti Amit Singh, Amit Singh
    Annals of Neurosciences, 2026
    Background Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the leading cause of dementia worldwide, contributing to nearly 60%-70% of dementia cases. Current pharmacological treatments provide limited symptomatic relief and minimal efficacy in altering disease progression, highlighting the need for complementary interventions. Mind-body practices such as yoga and meditation are increasingly explored for preserving cognitive abilities and reducing neurodegenerative risk. Summary This systematic review evaluated randomized controlled trials investigating yoga, meditation, and related mind-body interventions on cognitive and neural health in individuals with normal cognition, mild cognitive impairment, or subjective memory decline. Following PRISMA guidelines, studies published up to March 2025 were reviewed. Findings showed improvements in memory, attention, executive functions, mood, and quality of life. Neurobiological benefits included preservation of hippocampal volume, improved functional connectivity, increased brain-derived neurotrophic factor levels, and reduced neuroinflammation markers. However, methodological limitations such as small sample sizes and short intervention durations were common. Key Message Mind-body interventions show promising cognitive and neurobiological benefits in populations at risk of AD. Yoga and meditation may serve as feasible, cost-effective complementary approaches alongside conventional therapy. Larger long-term clinical trials are needed to establish standardized protocols and sustained therapeutic effectiveness.
  • Cerebro-Haemodynamic Changes in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Following Yoga Intervention: A Pilot Study
    Advances in Mind Body Medicine, 2025
  • Event-Related Potential Changes Following 12-week Yoga Practice in T2DM Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    Amit Kanthi, Singh Deepeshwar, Kaligal Chidananda, Mahadevappa Vidyashree, Dwivedi Krishna
    Clinical EEG and Neuroscience, 2025
    Introduction. Type 2 diabetes patients are more likely to experience cognitive decline (1.5%) and dementia (1.6%) than healthy individuals. Although cognitive impairment adversely affects Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients, it is the least addressed complication of T2DM patients. Objective. The present study attempts to examine the changes in cognitive performance of T2DM patients and the probable factors contributing to the changes following 12-week yoga practice. Methods. The current study is a parallel group randomized controlled trial that compared the outcomes of the participants randomized to a yoga group (YG) ( n = 25) and to a wait-list control group ( n = 29). The study assessed N200 and N450 event-related potential (ERP) components following the Stroop task, heart rate variability (HRV) and HbA1c before and after the intervention. Results. The mean amplitude of the N200 ERP component showed a significant group difference after the intervention, demonstrating an improved neural efficiency in the process of conflict monitoring and response inhibition. No differences were present for the N450 component. T2DM patients showed reduced heart rate and increased mean RR following yoga practice without any corresponding changes in other HRV parameters, demonstrating an overall improvement in cardiac activity. Along with that yoga practice also reduced HbA1c levels in T2DM patients, indicating improved glycemic control. Moreover, HbA1c levels were negatively correlated with reaction time after the intervention, indicating an impact of glycemic control on cognitive performance. Conclusion. The 12-week yoga practice improved cognitive performance by enhancing the processes of conflict monitoring and response inhibition. Further, improved cognitive performance postintervention was facilitated by improved glycemic control.
  • Correction: Determining the depth of meditation through frontal alpha asymmetry (Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, (2025), 19, (1576642), 10.3389/fnhum.2025.1576642)
    Dwivedi Krishna, Deepeshwar Singh, N. K. Manjunath
    Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, 2025
    [This corrects the article DOI: 10.3389/fnhum.2025.1576642.].
  • Determining the depth of meditation through frontal alpha asymmetry
    Dwivedi Krishna, Deepeshwar Singh, N. K. Manjunath
    Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, 2025
    Background Electroencephalogram (EEG) alpha asymmetry has become a pivotal area of research for understanding functional hemispheric differences in neuroscience. To the best of our knowledge, the relationship between frontal alpha asymmetry (FAA) and the depth of meditation has yet to be thoroughly examined. To address this gap, the present cross-sectional study was conducted to explore the meditative states of long-term meditators and non-meditators. Methods This study examined 26 long-term heartfulness meditation practitioners (LTM) and 33 non-meditators (NM), aged 30 to 45 years. Frontal EEG activity was employed to assess frontal alpha asymmetry (FAA), while self-reported measures, including the Meditation Depth Questionnaire (MEDEQ) and the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), were used to evaluate the depth of meditation. Results The results demonstrated significant differences in self-reported meditation depth between the long-term meditators and non-meditators, as shown through MEDEQ and VAS assessments. Notably, the FAA findings exhibited distinct interaction effects that highlight variations between the two groups. Furthermore, a positive correlation was established between FAA and the depth of meditation, supporting the notion that EEG patterns are reflective of self-reported meditative experiences. Conclusion The findings suggest that heartfulness meditation may modulate FAA patterns in practitioners, which could be linked to enhanced emotional balance.
  • Long-Term Yoga Practise Regulates Worry and Quality of Sleep in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    M. Vidyashree, C. Kaligal, A. Kanthi, D. Krishna, S. Deepeshwar
    Sleep and Vigilance, 2024
  • Prefrontal oxygenation and working memory in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus following integrated yoga: a randomized controlled trial
    Chidananda Kaligal, Amit Kanthi, M. Vidyashree, Dwivedi Krishna, Nagarathna Raghuram, Nagendra Hongasandra Ramarao, Singh Deepeshwar
    Acta Diabetologica, 2023
  • Yoga-Based Relaxation Technique Facilitates Sustained Attention in Patients with Low Back Pain: A Pilot Study
    Advances in Mind Body Medicine, 2020

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Endogenous Nasal Nitric Oxide Generation and Conscious Respiratory Modulation: A Neurophysiological Perspective
    D Krishna
    SVOA Neurology 7 (2), 38-50 , 2026
    2026
  • Neural Dynamics of Heartfulness Meditation: EEG Alpha Modulation Across Experience Levels
    S Gyaneshwar, JS Saleema, D Krishna, S Deepeshwar
    Annals of Neurosciences, 1-14 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • DESIGN AND VALIDATION OF A COMPREHENSIVE QUESTIONNAIRE TO EXPLORE REASONS FOR THE HIGH PREVALENCE AND AGGRAVATION OF SICKLE CELL ANEMIA IN TRIBAL AREAS OF INDIA
    N Thota, R Duryodhanula, M Ramesh, N, S Himanshu, A, G Manmath, ...
    Journal of Applied Bioanalysis 11 (7), 840-868 , 2025
    2025
  • Role of yoga in alleviate musculoskeletal pain and balancing hormones in women with early menopause: a case study
    T Chaitanyaa, VR Bharathi, Dhevi, D Krishna
    International Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine 6 (2), 1-7 , 2025
    2025
  • Non-Pharmacological Intervention Modulates Self-Referential Brain Function: A Contemplative Approach
    D Krishna
    Advances in Complementary & Alternative Medicine 8 (5), 951-959 , 2025
    2025
  • Determining the Depth of Meditation Through Frontal Alpha Asymmetry
    D Krishna, D Singh, M NK
    Frontiers in Human Neuroscience 19, 1576642 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 4
  • Controlled Hyperventilation and its Impact on Perceived Stress and Meta-Cognition: A Pilot study
    N Saurav, B Raghavendra, KS Dr. Dhamodhini, B Preagya, D Krishna, ...
    Indian Journal of Psychological Science, 25-34 , 2025
    2025
  • The impact of yogic counselling on cognitive distortions and psychosocial well-being in adolescents
    RK Rajesh, P Satya, Prakash, D Krishna, P Mangesh
    Biospectra , 2025
    2025
  • An Alternative Perspective on Heart-Brain Information Processing: A Narrative Review
    D Krishna, A Kanthi, M Pandey
    International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health 12 (3), 1541–1548. , 2025
    2025
  • Effect of Mind Sound Resonance Technique (MSRT) on Cognitive and Psychophysiological Functions in College Students: A Randomised Controlled Study
    M Sushanta, Kumar, S Amit, Kumar, M Subarna, Surajita, D Krishna, ...
    Annals of Neurosciences, 13 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • A New Perspective of Focused Inhalation on Cognitive Functions
    D Krishna
    Journal of Family Medicine & Community Health 12 (1), 1208 , 2025
    2025
  • Neural Correlates of Impulsivity and Frontal Electroencephalogram Oscillations in Heartfulness Meditators: A Cross-Sectional Study
    D Krishna, P Krishna, D Singh
    Alternative therapies in health and medicine, AT10115 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Self-Esteem Mediates the Effect of Yoga-Induced Mindfulness on Adolescents’ Emotional and Behavioral Problems and Pro-Social Behavior
    P Mangesh, D Krishna, B Narayan
    Youth & Society, 1-27 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 8
  • Cerebro-Haemodynamic Changes in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Following Yoga Intervention: A Pilot Study
    V Mahadevappa, K Chidanand, K Amit, D Krishna, D Singh
    Advances in mind-body medicine 39 (1), 14-18 , 2025
    2025
  • Effectiveness of Yoga and Physical Exercises on Emotional and Behavioral Problems and Academic Performance Among Indian Adolescents: A Randomized Trial
    P Mangesh, D Krishna, B Narayan
    Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, 10 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 2
  • The Yogic Way of Mental Health and Well-being
    D Krishna, K Rajesh, Rao, P Mangesh, H Prashanth, Kumar
    Emerging Issues in Science, Technology, and Management, 171-179 , 2024
    2024
  • Effect of tele-yoga on burnout, mental health and immune markers of health care workers on COVID-19 duty: an open-label parallel group pilot randomized controlled trial
    N K.H, S Deepeshwar, S Srikanth, B Pankaj, M Prasenjit, KS Kamla, ...
    Complementary Therapies in Medicine , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 10
  • Neurobiological Correlates of Breathing Practices on Cognitive Functions: A Narrative Review
    D Krishna, N Saurav, A Kanthi
    Biospectra 19 (2), 85-92 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 1
  • The Impact of Parenting Styles and Socio-Economic Status on Adolescents’ Academic Performance, Emotional, and Behavioral Outcomes: A Crosssectional Study
    M Pandey, D Krishna, N Behera
    African Journal of Biological Sciences 6 (14), 2663-2187 , 2024
    2024
  • Exploring the effects of meditation on stress and emotion management among students: An electrophotonic image study
    M Sushanta, Kumar, S Amit, Kumar, D Krishna, M Subrana, Surajita, ...
    Biospectra 19 (1), 121-130 , 2024
    2024

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Prefrontal oxygenation and working memory in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus following integrated yoga: a randomized controlled trial
    C Kaligal, A Kanthi, M Vidyashree, D Krishna, N Raghuram, ...
    Acta Diabetologica 60 (7), 951-961 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 11
  • Heart–brain Rhythmic Synchronization during Meditation: A Nonlinear Signal Analysis
    S Anurag, BK Singh, D Krishna, K Prasanna, S Deepeshwar
    International Journal of Yoga 16 (2), 132-139 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 11
  • Heartfulness meditation alters electroencephalogram oscillations: An electroencephalogram study
    D Krishna, K Prasanna, B Angadi, BK Singh, S Anurag, S Deepeshwar
    International Journal of Yoga 15 (3), 205-214 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 11
  • Effect of tele-yoga on burnout, mental health and immune markers of health care workers on COVID-19 duty: an open-label parallel group pilot randomized controlled trial
    N K.H, S Deepeshwar, S Srikanth, B Pankaj, M Prasenjit, KS Kamla, ...
    Complementary Therapies in Medicine , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 10
  • Self-Esteem Mediates the Effect of Yoga-Induced Mindfulness on Adolescents’ Emotional and Behavioral Problems and Pro-Social Behavior
    P Mangesh, D Krishna, B Narayan
    Youth & Society, 1-27 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 8
  • Effect of Heartfulness meditation among long-term, short-term and non-meditators on prefrontal cortex activity of brain using machine learning classification: a cross-sectional …
    A Shrivastava, BK Singh, D Krishna, P Krishna, D Singh, B Singh, ...
    Cureus 15 (2) , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 8
  • Yoga-Based Relaxation Technique Facilitates Sustained Attention in Patients with Low Back Pain: A Pilot Study.
    D Krishna, S Deepeshwar, B Devi
    Advances in mind-body medicine 34 (3), 11-17 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 8
  • Correlation between excessive smartphone usage, basic psychological needs, and mental health of university students
    KC Putchavayala, KR Sasidharan, D Krishna, S Deepeshwar
    Journal of mental health and human behaviour 28 (1), 65-71 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 5
  • A cross-sectional study on impulsiveness, mindfulness, and World Health Organization quality of life in heartfulness meditators
    D Krishna, D Singh, K Prasanna
    Yoga Mimamsa 54 (1), 24-30 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 5
  • Determining the Depth of Meditation Through Frontal Alpha Asymmetry
    D Krishna, D Singh, M NK
    Frontiers in Human Neuroscience 19, 1576642 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 4
  • Event-Related Potential Changes Following 12-week Yoga Practice in T2DM Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    A Kanthi, S Deepeshwar, K Chidananda, M Vidyashree, D Krishna
    Clinical EEG and Neuroscience 56 (2), 150-158 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 4
  • Long‑Term Yoga Practise Regulates Worry and Quality of Sleep in Type2 Diabetes Mellitus
    M Vidyashree, K Chidananda, K Amit, D Krishna, S Deepeshwar
    Sleep and Vigilance , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 4
  • Efficacy of yoga practices on emotion regulation and mindfulness in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
    A Kanthi, S Deepeshwar, C Kaligal, M Vidyashree, D Krishna
    Yoga Mimamsa 54 (1), 12-17 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 3
  • Effect of Mind Sound Resonance Technique (MSRT) on Cognitive and Psychophysiological Functions in College Students: A Randomised Controlled Study
    M Sushanta, Kumar, S Amit, Kumar, M Subarna, Surajita, D Krishna, ...
    Annals of Neurosciences, 13 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Neural Correlates of Impulsivity and Frontal Electroencephalogram Oscillations in Heartfulness Meditators: A Cross-Sectional Study
    D Krishna, P Krishna, D Singh
    Alternative therapies in health and medicine, AT10115 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Effectiveness of Yoga and Physical Exercises on Emotional and Behavioral Problems and Academic Performance Among Indian Adolescents: A Randomized Trial
    P Mangesh, D Krishna, B Narayan
    Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, 10 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 2
  • Improving Prefrontal Oxygenation and Cardiac Autonomic Activity Following Meditation: A Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) Study.
    M Sushanta, S Deepeshwar, S Amit, D Krishna, M Subarana, V Suhas
    Cureus 16 (8), e65978 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 2
  • The role of Anupreksha Meditation in Alleviating Negative Thinking among Adults: A Cross-sectional Study.
    H Bora, N Babu, R Praveen, M Pandey, D Krishna
    International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health 11 (8), 3086–3093 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 2
  • Cerebral Haemodynamic Changes in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Following a Threee-Month Yoga Intervention - A Randomized Controlled Trial
    M Vidyashree, S Deepeshwar, NK Manjunath, K Chidananda, K Amit, ...
    Cureus 16 (1), e51548 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 2
  • Changes in Heart Rate Variability and Executive Functions Following Yoga Practice in Type 2 Diabetes Patients: A Pilot Study
    K Amit, D Singh, C Kaligal, V Mahadevappa, D Krishna
    Advances in mind-body medicine 37 (1), 4-10 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 2