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Psychedelics and Neuroplasticity: Mechanisms of Lasting Change

🗣 Manesh Girn (Postdoctoral Scholar, UCSF; Host of The Psychedelic Scientist)

⏰ Tuesday 11 February, 2025 7PM CET (6PM GMT, 1PM EST, 10AM PST)

📍 Online via Zoom

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Join us for an engaging online presentation and Q&A session as we explore the relationship between psychedelics and neuroplasticity. This session will be led by Manesh Girn, a postdoctoral neuroscientist from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), who specialises in investigating the brain mechanisms behind the psychedelic experience and the transformative effects of psychedelic therapy on mental health.
 
During the event, we will delve into the concept of neuroplasticity and its role in brain function, examining how psychedelics are believed to enhance brain connectivity and potentially “rewire” neural pathways. We will also explore the latest neuroscientific theories surrounding the mechanisms of action of psychedelics, including how these substances may influence critical periods in brain development. Furthermore, the presentation will discuss how understanding neuroplasticity and these critical windows can better equip healthcare professionals to support patients in both research and practice.

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ABOUT THE SPEAKERs

Dr. Manesh Girn is a postdoctoral neuroscientist at the University of California, San Francisco, specializing in psychedelic drugs. He collaborates with research pioneer Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris, investigating the neural mechanisms of psychedelic experiences and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Dr. Girn has authored or co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications on psychedelics, brain networks, cognition, and mental health. He also runs “The Psychedelic Scientist,” a popular platform on Instagram and YouTube, where he explains the latest psychedelic research in an accessible way. Finally, Dr. Girn is Director of Research at The Center for Minds, a non-profit research organization exploring the potential of psychedelics and consciousness practices to enhance creativity and problem-solving.

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