# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Science of Psychedelics with Dr David Luke - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 pm (+01:00) - **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 EventThe traditional use of psychoactive plants and fungi for spiritual and shamanic rituals has occurred for thousands of years, whereas the Western scientific research of these substances has only been explored in the last 100 years, and prohibition stalled the last 50 years of this.In this talk you will be introduced to the science of these traditional psychedelics along with their modern counterparts first synthesised in the 20th century. Dr. Luke will also touch upon the mental health applications for these drugs.Now that scientific research is resuming, what do psychedelics tell us about the weirder side of human consciousness, and what can be learned from the traditional shamanic practices with these substances? Find this out and more in this enlightening talk.Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!Follow us on IG @seedtalksDr David Luke is Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Greenwich. His research focuses on transpersonal experiences, anomalous phenomena and altered states of consciousness, especially via psychedelics, having published more than 100 academic papers in this area, including ten books, most recently Otherworlds: Psychedelics and Exceptional Human Experience. When he is not running clinical drug trials with LSD, conducting DMT field experiments or observing apparent weather control with Mexican shamans he directs the Ecology, Cosmos and Consciousness salon and is a cofounder and director of Breaking Convention: International Conference on Psychedelic Consciousness.Testimonials from our guests⭐ The talk was well paced, funny and engaging. I left with several book suggestions and was very happy with the talk. - Bobby R ⭐ Expertly run, talks are always super informative and a lot of fun! Couldn’t recommend these enough! 5 star. - Owen S⭐ His excellent oratory skills, sense of humour and the subject matter made for a highly enjoyable two hours - Andrew Ihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R62Jjr0tuFgWill this event be livestreamed/recorded?This event won’t be recorded, however, we do record our London events and most of our online events. You can check our our on-demand content at www.seedtalks.co.ukAgenda🕑: 07:00 PMDoors Open🕑: 07:30 PMTalk Starts - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nottingham/the-science-of-psychedelics-with-dr-david-luke/100001994848175593 - **Event Categories**: science-fair, health-wellness, mental-health, business, nonprofit, conferences - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes - Location: Squire Performing Arts Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 6, max: 32, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Nottingham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Squire Performing Arts Centre - **lat**: 52.9630376 - **long**: -1.1557795 - **full address**: Squire Performing Arts Centre, Arboretum St, Nottingham NG1 4JB, Nottingham, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Science of Psychedelics with Dr David Luke - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c82fc9c3e88bdb6cbbc0457b0696e8340759a68203e28edf2f29206700dda9d6-rimg-w1200-h798-dc080912-gmir.jpg?v=1784809569 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Science of Psychedelics with Dr David Luke being held? - **A:** The Science of Psychedelics with Dr David Luke takes place on Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Squire Performing Arts Centre, Arboretum St, Nottingham NG1 4JB, Nottingham, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Science of Psychedelics with Dr David Luke? - **A:** The Science of Psychedelics with Dr David Luke is organized by JAW Talks & Events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Science of Psychedelics with Dr David Luke is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nottingham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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