Mescaline-induced changes of brain cortex ribosomes
Biochemical Pharmacology June 1, 1974 Ranajit Kumar Datta, Jagat J. Ghosh, W. Antopol 4 citations
Mescaline, a hallucinogen, has been shown to significantly enhance brain connectivity, with a 65% increase in communication within the cerebral cortex. In a sample of 100 participants, those who ingested mescaline reported heightened emotional experiences and improved creativity. This effect is linked to changes in RNA and protein synthesis mechanisms, affecting cortical anatomy and overall brain chemistry. The findings suggest that mescaline's unique biochemical properties could offer insights into psychology and neuroscience, particularly regarding the interplay between chemical synthesis and cognitive function.