- 10.30.2025
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California governor signs bill to promote state psychedelics research
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed California Assembly Bill 1103, a landmark law to accelerate psychedelic research—particularly focused on mental health, traumatic brain injury, and substance use disorder. Sponsored by VETS, the bill aims to benefit veterans and others by streamlining research approvals for substances like psilocybin, ibogaine, and MDMA. Amber Capone called it “a pivotal moment” for science and mental health. The law doesn’t legalize psychedelics but clears a path for responsible, expedited studies that prioritize veterans’ well-being.
- 10.22.2025
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DoubleBlind: Farewell Dr. Nolan Williams, Pioneer of Psychedelic Medicine
Dr. Nolan Williams, Who Helped Bring Ibogaine Research Into the Mainstream, Dies at 42 At Stanford, he pushed the boundaries of brain-stimulation and psychedelic science, advancing ibogaine research and reshaping how psychiatry approaches healing.
- 10.16.2025
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Los Angeles Times: Newsom signs veteran-backed bill to accelerate study of psychedelics for PTSD, mental health
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs AB 1103 into law on Friday. The legislation will help fast-track the study of psychedelic drugs for uses including treating PTSD and traumatic brain injury.
- 10.16.2025
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Netflix Junkie: 'In Waves and War': Netflix’s Powerful Look at Veterans Healing Through Psychedelics
In Waves and War is set to be premiered on Netflix on November 3, 2025, just ahead of Veterans Day, after following a successful run in film festivals and a theatrical release earlier in October.
- 10.16.2025
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Military.com: Newsom Signs Veteran-Backed Bill to Accelerate Study of Psychedelics for PTSD, Mental Health
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed a bill to fast-track the study of psychedelic drugs, which a coalition of veterans say hold enormous potential to treat post-traumatic stress disorder and depression.