MIND Research Institute

MIND Research Institute is a non-profit neuroscience and education research organization that applies brain research to improve mathematical learning. Founded by scientists from the University of California, Irvine, the institute's work is rooted in the study of spatial-temporal reasoning and its role in cognitive development. Their flagship platform, ST Math, is a visual instructional tool designed to engage the brain's innate ability to solve multi-step problems through spatial imagery. The organization conducts ongoing research into neuroplasticity and learning patterns to optimize educational outcomes for students. While primarily focused on K-12 education, the institute's foundations lie in fundamental neuroscience and the exploration of how the human brain processes complex information.