
Gul Dolen
Neuroscientist whose lab experiments with psychedelics, researching their effects on brain plasticity and learning.
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Jan 8, 2024 • 37min
How psychedelics can reinvent learning
Gul Dolen, a neuroscientist specializing in psychedelics and brain plasticity, explores fascinating insights into how these substances can enhance learning and recovery. She reveals how critical periods in development can be reopened with MDMA and other psychedelics, helping both juvenile animals and stroke patients. The discussion also dives into the rise of psychedelic research in mental health, highlighting the transformative potential of these substances while emphasizing the importance of context and skilled guidance for safe exploration.

Apr 18, 2024 • 32min
How Do Psychedelics Work?
Gul Dolen, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at UC Berkeley, discusses the common mechanism that psychedelics use to affect the brain, potentially helping those with mental illness and neurological issues like strokes. The podcast explores the intersection of psychedelics and critical periods in brain development, the benefits of combining psychedelics with therapy for stroke recovery, and speculative theories on psychedelics and allergies.