BETWEEN 1997 AND 2006, THE MIND STATES CONFERENCES and seminars brought together renowned scientists, researchers, artists, and musicians from all over the world to present the latest findings in consciousness studies, with a particular focus on altered states. Topics covered included:​

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Memetics and the Evolution of Thought • Near-Death and Out-of-Body Experiences • Effects of Sound on Consciousness • Neurological Correlates of Synesthesia • Traditional and Modern Shamanism • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation • ESP and Paranormal Phenomena • Brain Machines and Biofeedback • Techno-Biological Enhancement • Skeptical Consciousness Studies • Spirituality and Psychotherapy • EEG Mapping of Altered States • Psychoactive Plants and Drugs • Visionary Art and Animation • Thought-Control Technology • Cutting-Edge Science as Art • Video Game Environments • Cyber-Punk and Futurism • Electronic Trance-Dance • Virtual Reality Systems • Harm Reduction • Trepanation • and more!