# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Science of Psychedelics with Neuroscientist Maria Balaet - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for an in-depth examination of traditional + modern psychedelics, including their benefits for mental health. Followed by Q+A.About this EventSeed Talks is proud to partner with the University of Chester for a series of talks.Based in the heart of a historic city, the University of Chester is a forward-thinking modern university with a focus on delivering a sustainable higher education experience that is adaptable to the world around us.For more information, please visit: www.chester.ac.uk / @uochesterPsychedelic drugs have a tumultuous history. Indigenous communities have used them for healing and visionary experiences for thousands of years. More recently, they were discovered by the Western society and became central to social and artistic movements in the 1960’s… before being banned worldwide.Now psychedelics are back in the spotlight and entering the mainstream, with clinical trials exploring their therapeutic use for mental health disorders like depression, anxiety and addiction. Groundbreaking science has uncovered that these substances have effects on the brain, affecting connectivity patterns that govern day-to-day functioning.This talk will cover the key findings coming from contemporary research with psychedelics, and hint at what is next in store for psychedelic science and the potential impact on society at large…Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!Follow us on IG @seedtalksDr Maria Balaet is a computational neuroscientist based at King's College London. Her work sits at the interface between machine learning and neuroscience and aims to understand human intelligence, neurodegeneration, sleep and the effects of commonly used recreational drugs such as psychedelics on the human brain.  She holds a PhD in Clinical Medicine from Imperial College London and shares regular updates about her work on X @emmsskyyy.Testimonials from our customers⭐ Seed Talks created a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, it was a really wonderful experience. Thank you Seed Talks for facilitating such a powerful and important platform. 100% recommend you check out a Seed Talk near you! - Anna F.⭐ Seed Talks is not only very educational, it's very casual and social. The talks are great for complete beginners and experts. I appreciate that they host them in bars and social spaces, so you can go alone, on a date or in large groups. - Sophie H⭐ I've attended a few of your talks over the past few months and have absolutely loved them so first of all thank you so much for bringing joy and understanding to the world of neuroscience. - Joe Fhttps://youtu.be/1Ko8GXuxrRwAgenda?: 07:00 PMDoors Open?: 07:30 PMTalk Starts - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chester/the-science-of-psychedelics-with-neuroscientist-maria-balaet/100001978572618965 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, art, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 6, max: 32, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Chester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: CSE018/014 - **lat**: 53.200502 - **long**: -2.899805 - **full address**: CSE018/014, Chester School of Education, Chester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Science of Psychedelics with Neuroscientist Maria Balaet - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/eb29a5bc4ac6fb7b88ed5202dfe1283d5c7ee0647eaf9c709bdf7c93e272c9f0-rimg-w1200-h600-dc070813-gmir.jpg?v=1766329915 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Science of Psychedelics with Neuroscientist Maria Balaet being held? - **A:** The Science of Psychedelics with Neuroscientist Maria Balaet takes place on Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 pm at CSE018/014, Chester School of Education, Chester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for The Science of Psychedelics with Neuroscientist Maria Balaet? - **A:** Ticket prices for The Science of Psychedelics with Neuroscientist Maria Balaet range from GBP 6 to GBP 32 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityEarly BirdGBP 14 + GBP 1 feeAvailableEarly Bird for 2GBP 23 + GBP 2 feeAvailableGeneral ReleaseGBP 16 + GBP 1 feeAvailableGeneral Release for 2GBP 29 + GBP 2 feeAvailableFinal ReleaseGBP 18 + GBP 2 feeAvailableFinal Release for 2GBP 32 + GBP 3 feeAvailableVIP SeatingGBP 19 + GBP 2 feeAvailableCPD CertificateGBP 6 + GBP 1 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing The Science of Psychedelics with Neuroscientist Maria Balaet? - **A:** The Science of Psychedelics with Neuroscientist Maria Balaet is organized by JAW Talks & Events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Science of Psychedelics with Neuroscientist Maria Balaet is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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