Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the conference?
The conference will take place on May 18th, in the Hughes Auditorium at the Lurie Medical Research Center (303 E. Superior St. Chicago, IL 60611). Doors open at 9 am and programming will begin from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm with a networking reception to follow.
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What is the conference about?
The Kellogg Entrepreneurship department is thrilled to present the second annual Business of Psychedelic Therapies conference on Saturday, May 18th in downtown Chicago. This year’s theme – Psychedelic Spring: Preparing for Full Bloom – reflects the burgeoning nature of the psychedelic assisted therapy (PAT) space. Industry experts, thought leaders, and regulatory officials will cover both the benefits and challenges of this new form of care delivery, from investment opportunities and the pharmacological basis for why this treatment works to challenges the industry faces with respect to access, adoption, and commercialization.
How do I get to the venue?
You can navigate to the Lurie Medical Research Center here. This building is located on Northwestern's Chicago campus and is easily-accessible via bus or train on the CTA, including the 146, 147, and 151 buses or the Red Line train.
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How do I park at the venue?
A list of parking spaces at the Chicago campus can be found here. The closest space to the venue is the 321 East Erie Street parking lot. Huron/Superior (Lot-A) is $57.00 for 4-24 hours. Erie/Ontario (Lot C & D) is $49.00 for 4-24 hours. SpotHero rates may be lower.
Will there be an opportunity to network?
Yes! We will have a post-event happy hour, where you can mingle with the speakers, organizers, and other conference attendees. We hope this will be a great forum for exchanging ideas and thoughts on the world of psychedelic-assisted therapies.
Where can I learn more about psychedelic-assisted therapies?
To learn more, you can visit the following websites:
https://maps.org/about-maps/
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/psychiatry/research/psychedelics-research