Researchers Look into Creating Powerful Drugs Free from Undesirable Side Effects

Nov 4, 2020

Psychedelics, such as magic mushrooms and LSD, have shown to be extremely effective in treating PTSD and depression. With more states working towards decriminalizing psychedelic substances, we can do more than hope that these drugs will become legal alternative forms of therapy in the near future. However, their use is currently restricted because of the hallucinogenic effect they can cause.

So how do we reap the benefits of these compounds while avoiding their unwanted side effects? Ron Dror, an associate professor of computer science from Stanford University, has found an answer. The professor and his research team are currently developing a computer simulation that could help scientists redesign these psychedelic substances in a way that eliminates the side effects and retains their numerous…

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