Etheridge and ShineMaker Foundations Support Usona Institute 5-MeO-DMT Program

The Etheridge Foundation, in partnership with our ally ShineMaker Foundation, is proud to announce our grant to Usona Institute in support of their groundbreaking research on 5-MeO-DMT, a promising compound with potential therapeutic applications for PTSD, substance abuse disorders, and various other mental health conditions.

As a leading non-profit medical research organization, Usona Institute is committed to advancing scientific understanding and alleviating mental suffering for the greater public good. Their dedication to principled psychedelic research, particularly through their open science approach, aligns with our foundation’s mission to promote innovative and ethical scientific advancements.

A critical aspect of Usona’s project is the development of a synthesized GMP (pharmaceutical grade) supply of 5-MeO-DMT for investigational use, which plays an essential role in protecting the Sonoran Desert Toad (Incilius alvarius or "Bufo") and its natural habitat. This synthetic production method is a key conservation effort, helping to reduce the ecological impact on this vulnerable species.

In tandem with this grant, the Etheridge Foundation is also proud to make a Root Relationship Contribution to the IMC Fund to support their vital bio conservation work for the Sonoran Desert Toad.

We are excited to support both Usona Institute and the IMC Fund in their efforts to advance clinical research while simultaneously working to conserve endangered species. We believe their dedication to science and sustainability will make a lasting impact in both fields.