The Neuroscience of Psychedelics: How They Change the Brain

Join us for an engaging and accessible evening exploring how psychedelics affect the brain. We’ll dive into cutting-edge neuroscience, including how substances like psilocybin and LSD interact with brain networks, promote neuroplasticity, and disrupt the default mode network—a region linked to rumination, ego, and chronic pain.

Expect thought-provoking visuals, scientific insight, and interactive experiences that make complex topics feel inspiring and understandable. Whether you're a science enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this event will expand your mind (in a responsible, research-informed way).

We’ll also screen select clips from Fantastic Fungi and How to Change Your Mind to illustrate key concepts—and explore what this emerging science could mean for the future of mental health, chronic pain, and human consciousness.