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An Introduction to IACS
Advancing the frontiers of consciousness research
Founded in 2019, the Institute for Advanced Consciousness Studies (IACS) is a 501(c)(3) research laboratory using immersive, experiential technology, neuromodulation, neurofeedback, and altered states to study consciousness. Specifically, our aim is to precisely capture, model, and provide an at-will instantiation of discrete states of consciousness that beget positive behavioral outcomes. Our current focus is on fostering meditative and entheogenic experiences. IACS operates out of a modern research laboratory in Santa Monica, CA
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Ethos
We're a team of scientists driven by a selfless pursuit of knowledge. We push the boundaries of discovery to help make known the unknown. We hope our efforts help to promote collective human flourishing. -
Pathos
We build and evaluate personalized, experiential technology that aims to promote inner peace, dissolve limiting beliefs, and foster pro-social behavior. -
Logos
We conduct empirical and theoretical scientific investigations with a dedication to accuracy and integrity, while also cultivating an open-minded perspective.
Management
Meet The Team
Management
Ninette Simonian
Lab Manager; Junior Research Scientist
Nicco Reggente, Ph.D.
Principal Investigator
Senior Research Scientists
Senior Research Scientists
Adam Safron, Ph.D.
Senior Research Scientist
Leonardo Christov-Moore, Ph.D.
Senior Research Scientist
Félix Schoeller, Ph.D.
Senior Research Scientist
Strategic Council
Strategic Council
Carson D. Kelly
VP of Marketing & Development
Junior Research Scientists
Junior Research Scientists
Mordechai Walder
Junior Research Scientist
Tiffany Durinski
Junior Research Scientist
Caitlin Lynch
Junior Research Scientist
Research Consultants
Research Consultants
Naoto Yoshida, Ph.D.
Research Consultant
Martin Krutský
Research Consultant
Arthur Juliani, Ph.D.
Research Consultant
Gustav Šír, Ph.D.
Research Consultant
Rodney Sappington, Ph.D.
Research Consultant
Micah Johnson, Ph.D.
Research Consultant
Avery Bedows
Research Consultant
Mihir Nath
Research Consultant
Zahra Sheikhbahaee, Ph.D.
Research Consultant
Tracy Brandmeyer, Ph.D.
Research Consultant
Joel Frohlich, Ph.D.
Research Consultant
Alumni
Alumni
Stephanie Abakians
Research Assistant
John Dell’Italia, Ph.D.
Research Associate
A.V. – Amir Vala Tavakoli
Junior Research Scientist
Jimmy Cenci
Research Assistant
Jezabel May
Junior Research Scientist
Pollyanna Esaghoolian
Research Assistant
Josh Cain, Ph.D.
Senior Research Scientist
Geena Wang
Research Assistant
Interns
Interns
Our Lab
Our Lab
Our Collaborators
Collaborators
Our Funders
Funders
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