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Alexander Shulgin

Area of Science:

  • Psychoactive substance research
  • Neuroscience
  • History of psychopharmacology

Background:

  • The 1967 emergence of 2,5-dimethoxy-4-methylamphetamine (DOM, STP) is often inaccurately reported.
  • Alexander Shulgin's role in supplying DOM is not widely understood.
  • DOM transitioned from experimental therapeutic potential to a street drug with negative public perception.

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  • To provide an accurate historical account of DOM's (STP) emergence and distribution.
  • To clarify Alexander Shulgin's involvement and motivations.
  • To explore DOM's scientific contributions despite its notoriety.

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  • Review of published and unpublished historical sources.
  • Analysis of Shulgin's potential risks and motivations.
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    • Accurate historical records are crucial for understanding psychoactive substance development.
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