Liis Mattik

Liis Mattik is an Associate Professor of Physiology and Health at Maharishi International University (MIU), where she serves as Associate Chair of the Department of Physiology and Health, Director of the On-campus BA in Ayurveda Wellness & Integrative Health, and Dean of Undergraduate Studies. She has been a key faculty and administrator at MIU for over two decades, contributing significantly to academic leadership and holistic health education.

Her educational background includes a PhD in Physiology (2011), MS in Physiology, BA in Maharishi Consciousness-Based Health Care, MA in Science of Creative Intelligence, and BS in Biology with specialization in Maharishi AyurVeda. She trained at both Maharishi International University and Maharishi Vedic University, Russia.

Dr. Mattik's research and teaching focus on Maharishi AyurVeda, preventive health, and integrative medicine. She utilizes pulse diagnosis, nutrition, herbs, yoga, breathing techniques, and the Transcendental Meditation program to promote health and prevent disease. Her work bridges ancient Vedic knowledge with modern scientific validation.

Her publications explore the impact of lifestyle interventions on aging and the role of Ayurveda in wellbeing. The articles reflect a strong trend in mind-body medicine, stress reduction, and holistic wellness, particularly among underserved populations.

• MIU Wege Award for Excellence in Teaching (2020)
• Maharishi Award for Information and Inspiration from students (2006)
• Ideal Administrator Award from students (2002)

Dr. Mattik has supervised curricula, advised students, and led academic programs including the First Year Program and the BS in Ayurveda & Pre-Integrative Medicine. She has provided health consultations at the Campus Health Center and trained wellness consultants. She has not received mention of external grants, but her dissertation was a significant research contribution.

She is actively involved in academic administration and student mentoring, overseeing large-scale educational initiatives and promoting consciousness-based learning. Her work is deeply integrated into MIU’s mission of self-development and holistic wellness.