Tag: Psychedelics
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Theoretical MDMA Synthesis in 3 Steps (Organic Chemistry)
In this post, we will look at MDMA’s history and its chemical syntheses. We will dispel myths about MDMA’s discovery and review the first kilo-gram scale MDMA synthesis published in a journal. We also dissect impressive recent clinical data that suggest ecstasy might help up to millions of people affected by PTSD. This might not…
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Theoretical LSD Synthesis in 7 Steps (Organic Chemistry)
Previously, we discussed the history and total syntheses of lysergic acid. This is the precursor of the psychoactive drug lysergic acid diethylamide or LSD. These old-school and new-school syntheses were quite cool but they are quite lengthy, consisting of more than a dozen individual chemical steps.Well, a team of chemists recently reported a synthesis of LSD in only 6 laboratory steps!…
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What is THCP? Synthesis of THCP & Cannabinoid Science
THCP or THC-P is a recently discovered cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant, joining the ranks of THC and CBD. It has garnered broad attention in cannabinoid research due to its therapeutic potential. There are some wild claims of potency out there. What are the real facts and science behind THCP and how is it…
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Synthesis of Psilocybin and How Magic Mushrooms Rewire Brain Networks
Did you know that the active chemical in magic mushrooms psilocybin can rewire and make the human brain more flexible, translating into major therapeutic benefit in depression and other conditions? This has led to Australia approving specific medicinal use of psychedelics as the first country. You will be surprised to hear that psilocybin can be…
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Synthesis and Chemistry of Ibogaine
The psychedelic ibogaine has built a reputation as an anti-addiction magic bullet. By now even have the Wolf of Wallstreet vouching for it. Drug manufacturers who fuelled the opioid crisis are forced to blow billions on lawsuit settlements. The state of Kentucky recently announced they might use double-digit millions for ibogaine research. Maybe you’ve heard…