Opening the Mushroom Pharmacopeia: The Case of Norbaeocystin
By engineering E. coli to produce norbaeocystin, researchers seek to settle whether this precursor to psilocybin is itself psychedelic.
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COMPASS Patent Challenge Targets Crystallography Errors
Experts say COMPASS’ analysis overlooked one of the crystal forms present in their sample.
Editor’s Choice Award 2021-Best Study on Psychedelics and Nature
The pace of psychedelic research continued its acceleration during 2021, culminating in several fascinating and groundbreaking studies. As the year comes to a close, Psychedelic Science Review is acknowledging some...
The Missing Mushroom: Psychedelic Science and the Future of Psilocybin
Scientists know there’s more to magic mushrooms than just psilocybin. But as the psychedelic industry begins taking shape, could the mushroom itself be left behind?
More Evidence of the Chemical Compound Variability in Magic Mushrooms
Data released by Filament Health shows why it’s important to understand the basic chemical makeup of magic mushrooms.
Amanita muscaria – A Fresh Look at An Iconic Mushroom
People tread lightly with this psychoactive species because it contains toxic compounds. But what benefits may be hidden inside?
Comparing Psilocybin Mushrooms and Truffles: How Are They Different?
These aren’t the truffles you’ll find in a restaurant, and they’re also quite distinct from psychedelic mushrooms.
Myth Busting: Magic Mushroom Spores Have Little to do with Potency
False. Read on to find out how sporulation impacts the potency of Psilocybe cubensis.
More Details on the Psilocybin Mushroom Bluing Reaction
Lenz et al. have revised their bluing theory based on the data from their new study.
Why Don’t Magic Mushroom Spores Contain Psilocybin?
No one knows, creating an opportunity for further understanding of single psychedelic compounds in the natural world.