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Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Dr. Aldrich Cited in Articles on Psilocybin Mushroom Research

Dr. Courtney Aldrich was recently quoted in an article by Chemical & Engineering News discussing recent breakthroughs in identifying enzymes that characterize the psilocybin compound found in "magic mushrooms." As Dr. Aldrich explains in the article, "The new work lays the foundation for developing a fermentation process for production of this powerful psychedelic fungal drug, which has a fascinating history and pharmacology.” He is also cited in a similar article by Gizmodo,"Scientists Finally Unlock the Recipe for Magic Mushrooms."

Read more here and here.