About the Free Webinar:
Join Hindu University of America for Part 2 of our special WAVES 2026 webinar series as we explore one of the conference’s most dynamic and rapidly growing areas: Ayurveda and Integrative Health. This year’s World Association for Vedic Studies (WAVES) Conference, themed “Living Wisdom: Reintegrating Ayurveda and Vedic Sciences in the Modern World,” highlighted the increasing role of Ayurveda in advancing preventive healthcare, scientific research, education, and holistic well-being across the globe.
As a collaborating organization for WAVES 2026, Hindu University of America continues its commitment to advancing authentic Ayurvedic education and scholarship through the California College of Ayurveda (CCA), now a part of HUA. This webinar will examine the major themes, research, and conversations emerging from the conference and what they reveal about the future of Ayurveda in academia, healthcare, and everyday life.
Featuring an exceptional panel of Ayurveda leaders, Dr. Mahadevan Seetharaman, Dean of the California College of Ayurveda and Ayurveda & Integrative Health Faculty at HUA; Vaidya Dr. Vandana Baranwal, Convener of WAVES 2026 and an internationally recognized Ayurveda physician, educator, and researcher; and Dr. Rammohan (Ram) Rao, Faculty in HUA’s Community Education Division and the California College of Ayurveda, neuroscientist, and Chief Scientist at ApolloHealth, this discussion will offer firsthand insights into the conference’s most impactful presentations, the latest developments in Ayurvedic research, and the opportunities for integrating traditional wisdom with modern science.
Whether you are an Ayurveda practitioner, healthcare professional, student, or simply interested in natural approaches to health and well-being, this webinar offers a unique opportunity to hear from leading experts at the forefront of the field. Discover how Ayurveda continues to evolve while remaining rooted in its timeless foundations, and learn how HUA and the California College of Ayurveda are preparing the next generation of practitioners, educators, and scholars to carry this knowledge forward.
This is a complimentary webinar, thoughtfully curated to offer depth, clarity, and high-value insights—reflecting the quality of a premium learning experience.
In this session, you will:
- Explore the latest developments in Ayurveda and Integrative Health presented at the WAVES 2026 International Conference.
- Discover how Ayurveda is being integrated with modern healthcare, research, and education worldwide.
- Hear firsthand insights from leading Ayurveda experts on the conference’s most impactful presentations and discussions.
- Learn about emerging opportunities for advancing Ayurvedic scholarship, practice, and holistic well-being.
- Understand how HUA and the California College of Ayurveda are preparing the next generation of Ayurveda practitioners, educators, and researchers.
Get to Know panelists
Dr. Mahadevan Seetharaman
Dr. Mahadevan Seetharaman, Dean of the California College of Ayurveda and Ayurveda Faculty at HUA, holds a Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry and brings over 20 years’ leadership in Ayurveda and integrative health.
Dr. Vandana Baranwal
Faculty, Ayurveda & Integrative Health, Dr. Vandana Baranwal holds an M.D. in Ayurveda from Banaras Hindu University and brings nearly three decades of teaching, clinical practice, and leadership in Ayurvedic women’s health.
Dr. Rammohan Rao
Dr. Rammohan Rao, Ayurveda Faculty at HUA is a neuroscientist, Ayurveda practitioner, and Yoga educator specializing in integrative cognitive health through Ayurveda, lifestyle medicine, Yoga, and modern neuroscience.
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