Dr. Christopher Hobbs, Ph.D., L.Ac
Faculty, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Dr. Christopher Hobbs, Ph.D., L.Ac. is a fourth generation, internationally known herbalist and mycologist, licensed acupuncturist, herbal clinician, research scientist, consultant to the dietary supplement industry, expert witness, botanist, public speaker, and author of over 20 books and numerous articles with over 40 years of experience.
He is the author of the recent book “Christopher Hobbs’s Medicinal Mushrooms, the Essential Guide,” with German and English editions.
He earned his Ph.D. at UC Berkeley with research and publication in evolutionary biology, biogeography, phylogenetics, the chemistry of plants and fungi, and ethnobotany. Now faculty at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
2026
Christopher Hobbs
2026
Santa Cruz Fungus Fair
Talks
The Magic Mushroom Talk
Psilocybin mushrooms are renowned as spiritual guides and tools for dissolving the ego, helping to overcome trauma, limiting beliefs, and mental blocks and clinical…
Saturday, January 11, 2025
5:30 PM
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6:30 PM
Room 3
Magic Mushroom Microdosing
Magic mushroom microdosing is gaining global attention, with growing scientific research and personal testimonials highlighting its benefits for cognitive health, brain plasticity, neurogenesis, and…
Sunday, January 12, 2025
7:15 PM
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8:15 PM
Room 3