Curious about the cutting edge of neuroscience, mental health and consciousness research? Join us for the first event in our lecture series “Unlocking the Mind: Introduction to Psychedelic Science,” during which we will explore the rapidly growing field of psychedelic research.
This first session is designed for everyone – whether you’re completely new to the topic or already have some background. We’ll take you through the foundations of psychedelic science, offering a welcoming introduction to a field that’s evolving fast and reshaping how we understand the mind.
Description
This engaging session will provide an introductory overview of the the field. We will discuss the science behind psychedelics, their history in medicine and culture, and their emerging role in treating mental health conditions like depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders, and addiction.
After the overview, we’ll host a special Q&A session with our guest speaker. This will be an opportunity to ask questions not only about the topics covered during the overview, but also to learn more about emerging career paths and possibilities for pursuing psychedelic research and therapy professionally.
Whether you’re studying psychology, biology, medicine, philosophy, or are simply interested in the mysteries of the human mind, this talk will certainly offer valuable insights into the way psychedelics are shaping the future of therapy and consciousness research. Come with curiosity!
Speaker Bio
Josjan Zijlmans received his PhD in child psychiatry with EEG and fMRI neuroimaging studies on the neural correlates of antisocial behavior in young adults. He currently works as an assistant professor at the Amsterdam University Medical Center where he divides his time between research into the effects and applicability of psychedelic substances, and the mental health of children in a large clinical cohort of the DREAMS consortium. At the department of child psychiatry, he focuses on the development of MDMA-assisted therapy for adolescents with PTSD. In addition, he works on describing and understanding psychedelic experiences in a rational manner. He also coordinates an Honours Program Course on the history, neuroscience, and therapeutic potential of psychedelics at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
Location
CREA Theater (Muziekzaal), located at the UvA Roeterseiland Campus.
Tickets
Open to the everyone, but capacity is limited! Please reserve your place using the booking form below The standard ticket price is €7.50 and the student ticket price is €5. When choosing a student ticket, make sure to bring valid student ID.
APRA members will receive a discount code by email for 50% off either ticket type, which can be filled out at the “coupon code” field during checkout.
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.