CATALYST Summit 2021: Psychedelic Medicine Global Conference
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About this Event
Get the most updated list of speakers and details at: www.catalystpresents.ca!
CATALYST Summit 2021 will feature a world-class agenda of many of the world's top researchers, experts and thought leaders in the world of psychedelics and their emerging role in medicine, society and commerce.
Just a few of the 40+ confirmed speakers at CATALYST Summit 2021 include:
- Michael Pollan, author of the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Book on psychedelics, "How To Change Your Mind". Pollan is internationally recognized as one of the top voices in the current psychedelic renaissance, and his book is largely regarded as one of the most important works to bring psychedelics into the mainstream conversation since its publication in 2018;
- Paul Stamets, internationally renowned authority on fungi and mushrooms. According to Linda Baker from Salon.com: “Once you’ve heard 'renaissance mycologist' Paul Stamets talk about mushrooms, you'll never look at the world – not to mention your backyard – in the same way again.”
- Dr. Rick Doblin, Founder and Executive Director of MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies), and widely recognized as the leader of the current movement toward medical acceptance of psychedelics in treating mental health disorders;
- Dr. Janis Phelps, Founder, and Director, CIIS Center for Psychedelic Therapies and Research;
- Dr. Ben Sessa, Author and Chief Medical Officer at Awakn Life Sciences Inc.;
- Dr. Anthony Bossis, Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at New York University School of Medicine;
- Dr. Julie Holland, Psychiatrist specializing in pharmacology with a private practice in New York City;
- Dr. Raquel Bennett, Psychiatrist specializing in Ketamine Therapy and founder of Kriya Institute and Kriya Conference;
- Dr. David E. Nichols, Pharmacologist and Medicinal Chemist;
- Dr. Erika Dyck, Professor and Canada Research Chair in the History of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan.
The list of confirmed speakers continues to expand, and you see a current list of all confirmed speakers at the Catalyst Summit website.
Featured Content Tracks and Topics:
Research And Science: The latest science-backed data and evidence from clinical trials and studies from around the world.
Standards, Ethics and Best Practices: Examining the myriad of issues related to psychedelic medicine when it comes to harm reduction, best practices, professional standards, implementation and integration frameworks, etc.
Legal and Regulatory Considerations: The rapidly evolving landscape of legal, regulatory and legislative changes and reforms in Canada and beyond
The Business of Psychedelics: Exploring the fast-growing area of commercialization and capitalization of the psychedelic medicine and related industries
Before And After The Medicine: Focusing on the crucial role that appropriate preparation and post-medicine integration play in the efficacy and long-term benefits of working with psychedelics
Therapeutic Models and Protocols: An overview of the important elements to consider in effective delivery, oversight and support of psychedelic-assisted therapy
JUST ADDED -- Psychedelics 101: A special educational track that will provide those who are new and curious about psychedelic medicine a complete overview of the history and role of psychedelics, including different medicines, approaches, risks and uses.
EVENT SCHEDULE
CATALYST Summit 2021 will take place over a 3 day period, from Friday May 7th until Sunday May 9th, 2021.
- FRI, May 7th: Runs from 5pm Eastern/2pm Pacific until 10pm Eastern/7pm Pacific.
- SAT, May 8th: Runs from 10am Eastern/7am Pacific until 10pm Eastern/7pm Pacific.
- SUN, May 9th: Runs from 10am Eastern/7am Pacific until 6pm Eastern/3pm Pacific.
As a paid attendee, you'll be able to join any of the 100+ presentations live throughout the event, interact with speakers and presenters, and meet like-minded attendees.
Plus, the presentations from the event will be recorded and available for you to watch at your convenience after the event!
By purchasing an Access Pass to the event, you get to participate in the online summit as it happens, PLUS enjoy all of the content and presentations for a full 90 days after the CATALYST Summit concludes.
* Note that some presenters may restrict recording of their presentations and we cannot guarantee that every conversation and presentation will be recorded and available after the event concludes.