Spore-ing change: Rua Bioscience psilocybin study targets meth addiction

Gisborne-based pharmaceutical company Rua Bioscience is hoping mushrooms can help cure meth addiction. (Image: Supplied)

Gregor Thompson

Tue, 21 Jan 2025

Rua Bioscience is exploring psilocybin-containing mushrooms’ potential in treating methamphetamine addiction.The clinical study, dubbed Tū Wairua (standing with strength and spiritual connectedness), intends to combine historic Māori practices with modern science to tackle meth addiction.The New Zealand Exchange-listed (NZX) and the Gisborne-based medical cannabis company announced Phase I of the new trial on Tuesday.“Over the past week, the first cohort of marae-based participants engaged in preparatory and experiential sessio...

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