Rick Strassman
Born in 1952
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Psychology
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Rick Strassman is a psychiatrist and researcher known for his pioneering work on psychedelic substances, particularly DMT. He holds degrees from Stanford University and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and has served as a professor at the University of New Mexico.
Strassman was the first person in the United States to conduct human research with psychedelic substances after a long hiatus, focusing on DMT. His book "DMT: The Spirit Molecule" summarizes his academic research and has become well-known in the field of psychedelic studies.
Strassman's work has contributed significantly to the resurgence of interest in psychedelic research and its potential applications in psychiatry and consciousness studies.