What does the psilobase science database contain?

The psilobase science database contains curated resources on psilocybin research including information on clinical trials, key researchers, research institutions, scientific methodologies, important research papers, and major research topics. It covers both foundational studies and cutting-edge findings to provide a comprehensive overview of the science behind psilocybin and psychedelic medicine.

How can I search psilocybin research in the science database?

The science database is organized into sections covering clinical trials, researchers, institutions, methods, papers, and topics. Browse each section to find relevant information. For specific papers, PubMed and Google Scholar are recommended. The database links to primary sources and key studies, making it a useful starting point for researching any aspect of psilocybin science.

Is the psilocybin science database updated with new research?

The psilobase science database is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect emerging research findings. Psilocybin research is advancing rapidly, with new clinical trial results, neuroimaging studies, and regulatory developments published frequently. Key updates focus on Phase 3 trial outcomes, FDA breakthrough therapy designations, and international regulatory changes as psychedelic medicine moves toward mainstream clinical adoption.

Science & Research Database

Research Papers

Indexed papers with summaries, outcomes, and links to full texts where available.

Research Institutions

Leading centers conducting psychedelic research, collaborations, and contact details.

Key Researchers

Profiles of principal investigators, notable publications, and areas of focus.

Research Topics

Thematic collections: mechanisms, clinical outcomes, microdosing, and comparative studies.

Research Methods

Study designs, measures, and lab techniques used across psychedelic research.

Clinical Trials

Ongoing and completed trials, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and outcome measures.

How to Navigate the Database

Start with topics to get oriented, then dive into methods and papers. Use the institutions and researchers pages to find collaboration opportunities or credible sources for citations.

Evidence Hierarchy

Randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses at the top
Observational and survey studies for hypothesis generation
Case studies for rare events and signals
Preclinical and mechanistic work to interpret human outcomes

Quality Signals

Sample size, blinding, controls, and preregistration
Validated measures (e.g., MEQ30, HRS, BDI-II, GAD-7)
Adverse event reporting and follow-up duration
Conflict-of-interest disclosures and replication attempts

Papers Topics Methods Trials Researchers Institutions

Data Extraction Templates

Downloadable sheets for capturing study design, sample, measures, outcomes, and limitations to keep notes consistent.

Ethics & Compliance

Reminders about respecting copyrights, data-sharing agreements, and participant privacy when handling research artifacts.

Staying Current

Tips for tracking preprints, trial registries, and alerts so you can monitor new findings and re-analyses.

FAQ

Where should I start? Begin with Research Topics for orientation, then open relevant Papers and Trials.
How do I judge study quality? Check controls, sample size, preregistration, validated measures, and follow-up.
Can I reuse figures? Only if permitted by license; otherwise cite and link to original sources.
Are all trials listed? We highlight key and recent trials; always search registries (e.g., ClinicalTrials.gov) for completeness.
How often is this updated? Major refreshes quarterly; submit notable new studies via our contact page.