Psilocybin Research
Evolute Institute advances psilocybin research via collaborations with leading universities.
Current Research Collaborations
A Scientific Research Project on the Psychological Effects of Guided Psychedelic and Plant Medicine Use
Are you planning to participate in a psychedelic retreat, ceremony, or guided session involving the use of a psychedelic substance such as psilocybin mushrooms, LSD, or ayahuasca? If so, please consider signing up for this study by entering the planned date of your session or retreat start date on the following page.
Carhart-Harris Lab's Global Psychedelic Survey
The Carhart-Harris Lab's Global Psychedelic Survey explores people's experiences with psychedelics across a variety of settings, including retreats.
Your psilocybin retreat may be an excellent match for this research. The survey consists of three online questionnaires, each taking about 15 minutes to complete.
All surveys are completed online through automated email links, making participation easy and requiring minimal administrative effort.
Exploring Therapist Competencies: Skills and Best Practice in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
This study aims to gather insights from therapists with practical experience in psychedelic-assisted therapy. Participation is open to therapists, co-therapists and guides who have conducted at least one session of psychedelic-assisted therapy to participate in this questionnaire.
Observational Study on the Effects of Psilocybin Truffle Use in a Retreat Setting
This Leiden University study looks at how attending a legal psilocybin truffle retreat might affect your overall wellbeing, mindfulness, and sense of purpose. Taking part is simple:
- You'll answer short, two-minute questions on a phone app each day before, during, and after your retreat.
- In addition, participants are invited to join a short intake meeting (about 45–60 minutes) and complete a few brief surveys at different stages of the process.
These help researchers map important aspects of your personal journey, and your individualized insights will be shared with you as well.
Discover what our collaborative research reveals
Psychedelics Use Associated With More Mindful and Resilient Leadership
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Leuphana University · St. Gallen
Key Insights
- Leaders who participated in guided psychedelic experiences showed increased self-awareness and resilience — qualities closely tied to transformational leadership.
- Programs with preparation, guidance, and integration are essential for lasting positive change.
Psychedelics Make Leaders More Empathetic and Connected
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Hochschule für angewandtes Management
Key Insights
- Leaders with psychedelic experience report deeper self-connection, heightened concern for others' well-being, and increased care for the interconnected world.
- These findings suggest psychedelics may foster pro-environmental, pro-social behavior and more ethical leadership.
Can Magic Mushrooms Make Better Leaders?
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ESCP Business School
Key Insights
- Carefully prepared and professionally facilitated psychedelic experiences — followed by structured integration — can positively influence leadership mindset.
- Such experiences are associated with greater empathy, enhanced self-awareness, and a more holistic approach to decision-making.