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University of Colorado Advances Psychedelic Research for Therapeutic Innovations

In recent years, psychedelic research has witnessed a resurgence, especially in academic circles. One notable example is the establishment of a center dedicated to...

Psychedelic Therapy Advances in Oregon and Massachusetts

Psychedelic therapy has been gaining significant attention as various states in the U.S. continue to explore and implement new regulations surrounding their therapeutic uses....

Urgent Call for MDMA-Assisted Therapy for Veterans with PTSD

The rising number of suicides among military veterans emphasizes the critical need for innovative PTSD treatments, with recent events at the U.S. Capitol advocating for MDMA-assisted therapy as a potential solution.

California Legislature Advances Key Bills to Boost Psychedelic Research

With the approval of pivotal legislation, California takes significant steps toward expediting psychedelic research, marking a promising future for scientific and therapeutic advancements.

Olympia (WA) Considers Deprioritizing Psilocybin Prosecutions

Councilmember Clark Gilman leads a resolution in Olympia to deprioritize law enforcement actions against entheogenic substances, sparking community debate and highlighting the potential benefits of decriminalization.

UK Scientists Use AI For Psychedelic Drug Research

AlphaFold's AI-driven technique enables researchers to rapidly and effectively target disease-related molecules, significantly speeding up the identification and enhancement of new drugs compared to traditional methods like X-ray crystallography.

Rise of Psychedelic Churches in the US: A Journey from Banking Executives to ‘Mushroom Popes’

The U.S. has witnessed a surge in psychedelic churches, estimated at around 2,000, where diverse leaders guide hallucinogenic spiritual practices believed to be constitutionally protected.

Spanish Police Dismantle International Neo-Shamanic Network Illegally Distributing Ayahuasca and Other Psychedelics

Spanish authorities launched an investigation after discovering ads for neo-shamanic rituals, leading to 15 arrests in Madrid and the seizure of ayahuasca, mescaline, and cash.