MADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The 2023 International Forum on Consciousness will draw thought leaders and researchers to Madison, WI May 18-19 to explore relationships of human society to the planetary environment and to the larger dimension of time and space. Now in its 13th year, the annual Forum is dedicated to information-sharing and discussion regarding important—and often challenging—topics related to the exploration of consciousness.
Key questions addressed in 2023 will include:
- How do our perceptions and perspectives intersect with the reality of how our decisions impact our planetary home?
- How can we foster a culture of consciousness that respects all living beings and natural resources, and, possibly, is restorative?
The event brings together experts, practitioners and the interested public to explore diverse perspectives on truth and reality. In-depth presentations, immersive experiences, live music and time for connection and meaningful dialogue with presenters and attendees enable transdisciplinary collaboration.
Details & Registration
- What: The annual International Forum on Consciousness is co-hosted by the BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute (BTC Institute), Promega Corporation and Usona Institute. View videos from past Forums here.
- When: May 18-19, 2023
- Where: BioPharmaceutical Technology Center, Promega Corporation, 5445 East Cheryl Parkway, Fitchburg, WI 53711
- Who: Researchers, students, practitioners, thought leaders, interested general public
- Registration: $300. Scholarships available. Register and find more information at www.btci.org/forum
2023 Presenters
- Christopher M. Bache, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Youngstown State University, Youngstown, OH
- Marcia Bjornerud, Ph.D., Walter Schober Professor of Environmental Studies and Professor of Geosciences, Lawrence University, Appleton, WI
- Dekila Chungyalpa, Director of the Loka Initiative, Center for Healthy Minds and Healthy Minds Innovations, University of Wisconsin – Madison, Madison, WI
- Marcelo Gleiser, Ph.D., Appleton Professor of Natural Philosophy and Professor of Physics and Astronomy, Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH
- Thomas Metzinger, Ph.D., Professor; Director: MPE-Research Network; Adjunct Fellow: Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies; President: Barbara-Wengeler-Stiftung; Founder & former director: MIND Group — Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz, GERMANY
- Odessa Piper, Restaurateur and Chef, Organic Arts | Perennial Foodways Advocacy, Roslindale, MA
- Gavin Van Horn, Ph.D., Executive Editor, Center for Humans and Nature Press Books, Center for Humans and Nature, Libertyville, IL
About the BTC Institute
The BTC Institute is a not-for-profit organization operated exclusively for educational, scientific and cultural purposes. Learn more about its K–12 programs, scientific course offerings, and annual educational forums and symposia at www.btci.org
About Usona Institute
Usona Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit medical research organization (MRO) that conducts and supports pre-clinical and clinical research to further the understanding of the therapeutic effects of psilocybin and other consciousness-expanding medicines. Its focus is on alleviating depression and anxiety in people for whom current medical treatments fall short in offering relief and a better quality of life. Learn more at www.usonainstitute.org
About Promega Corporation
Promega Corporation is a leader in providing innovative solutions and technical support to the life sciences industry. The company’s portfolio of over 4,000 products support a range of life science work across areas such as cell biology; DNA, RNA and protein analysis; drug development; human identification and molecular diagnostics. For over 40 years these tools and technologies have grown in their application and are used today by scientists and technicians in labs for academic and government research, forensics, pharmaceuticals, clinical diagnostics and agricultural and environmental testing. Promega is headquartered in Madison, WI, USA with branches in 16 countries and over 50 global distributors. For more information, visit www.promega.com and connect with Promega on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and the Promega Connections blog.
