The 2025 International Forum on Consciousness continued the exploration of the evolution of consciousness, focusing on the dynamic intersection of diverse cultural, scientific, and spiritual perspectives. Bridging Worlds emphasized the transformative potential of converging insights from ancient wisdom, emerging technologies, neuroscience, and modern scientific advancements to inspire personal transformation and collective progress.
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2025 Presenters
Speakers & Abstracts
Casey Brown, Ho-Chunk Filmmaker
Wade Davis, Ph.D., Abstract: BC Leadership Chair in Cultures and Ecosystems at Risk; Professor of Anthropology at University of British Columbia
Gül Dölen, M.D., Ph.D., Abstract: Professor, Bob & Renee Parsons Endowed Chair in the Department of Psychology, the Berkeley Center for the Science of Psychedelics and the Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute at the University of California, Berkeley
Melissa Etheridge, Rock Star and Founder, The Etheridge Foundation
Mia Maestro, Musician, Actress & Filmmaker
Jeff Orlowski-Yang, Filmmaker, photographer, Entrepreneur, Problem-Solver
Charles Raison, M.D., Abstract: Professor of Human Ecology and Psychiatry, University of Wisconsin-Madison and Director of Clinical and Translational Research, Usona Institute
Dana Sawyer, Abstract: Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and World Religions at Maine College of Art & Design
Manvir Singh, Ph.D., Abstract: Assistant Professor, University of California, Davis
Brian Stafford, M.D., MPH, Abstract: Senior Guide, Trainer, Board Member, and Director of the Wild Mind Training Program, Animas Valley Institute
Tawni Tidwell, Ph.D., TMD, Abstract: Research Assistant Professor, Center for Healthy Minds, UW-Madison
Immersion Artists and Musicians
Sheila Darcey, Visionary Artist and Author, Venice Beach, CA
Becca McKnight, Manager, Emotional and Social Intelligence Program, Promega Corporation
Mark Seelig, Ph.D., Clinical Psychotherapist and Musician, Kelseyville, CA; Lead Therapist Trainer, Usona Institute, Madison, WI
Moderators
Bill Linton, President & CEO, Promega Corporation; President, BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute; Co-Founder & Executive Director, Usona Institute
Penny Patterson, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Promega Corporation
Tura Patterson, Senior Director, Strategic Partnerships, Usona Institute
Steve Paulson, Executive Producer, To The Best of Our Knowledge, Wisconsin Public Radio and host of Luminous, a podcast about psychedelics