● About the Author

Dr. Pascal Michael completed his doctorate in Psychology at the University of Greenwich in 2023 on a comparative analysis of the neurophenomenology of both DMT (& analogous) experiences and the near-death experience (NDE). He has been a lecturer (PT) there since, teaching and researching the phenomenology, psychology & neuroscience of psychedelics, NDEs, alien abduction/UFOlogy, related 'exceptional human experiences', and the intersections therein. He was program lead of the professional certificate in Psychedelics, ASCs and Transpersonal Psychology, and is currently a PhD & MSc supervisor at the Alef Trust.

Current Positions & Affiliations

● Research Focus & Expertise

Dr. Michael's groundbreaking research centers on the comparative analysis of the neurophenomenology of DMT experiences and near-death experiences (NDEs). His work explores the phenomenology, psychology, and neuroscience of psychedelics, NDEs, alien abduction/UFOlogy, and related exceptional human experiences, examining the fascinating intersections between these diverse fields of study.

● Conferences & Speaking Engagements

Pascal has presented at many conferences, including Breaking Conventions, the largest European conference on psychedelics. He has been invited to give several talks, such as for the privately held Tyringham Initiative, and keynotes for the Institute of Psychedelic Therapy. His invited public talks and interviews number in the 30s, demonstrating his expertise and influence in the field.