Puppet Paul Stamets presents mycelium, sound, and harmony
This short film explores Paul Stamets' ideas on mycelium, psychedelics, and ecological consciousness, blending science, culture, and art to inspire environmental awareness and sustainability.Application
Applied on: 29 Jul 2024 10:51 PM
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Reviewed on 29 Jul 2024 11:00 PM
Project Focus: The project must be centered on one or more of the following key areas related to psychedelics:
• History: Exploration of the historical and cultural contexts and evolution of psychedelics.
• Scientific Understandings: Advancements in scientific knowledge, including qualitative and quantitative research.
• Therapeutic Applications: Development or analysis of therapeutic uses and benefits of psychedelics, such as case studies or narrative stories.
• Aesthetic Experience: Artistic interpretations and expressions inspired by psychedelic experiences.
• Storytelling, film, and Music: Projects that utilize narrative, film, video, music, or other temporal mediums to explore and convey psychedelic experiences and themes.
The project focuses on a short film that uses storytelling and film to explore psychedelic experiences and themes, aligning well with the criterion.
Experience: Applicants must demonstrate experience in their field by providing:
• Academic or artist CVs for all key team members.
• Evidence of previous notable work, such as peer-reviewed publications, previous NFT collections, film screenings, or exhibitions that meet the minimum professional criteria of an active researcher, artist, or filmmaker.
The applicant has provided a CV and website portfolio showcasing previous notable works, including a previous episode with Paul Stamets and a book awarded the Governor General's Gold Medal.
Community Engagement: Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to collaboration and community engagement by:
• Actively participating in discussions and events within the broader psychedelic research and art community.
• Sharing progress and outcomes with the community through various channels, such as social media, forums, or online presentations.
The applicant is actively sharing progress through their Twitter and has previously collaborated on public projects with significant community reach.
Impact and Innovation: Projects must clearly articulate how they will contribute to the field of psychedelics, including potential impacts and innovative approaches. This could include:
• Advancing new scientific methodologies or therapeutic practices.
• Creating unique and compelling artistic, story, or film works that capture the essence of psychedelic experiences.
• Generating new knowledge or insights that benefit the broader community.
The project aims to offer a unique narrative blending scientific and cultural insights, potentially providing new perspectives on ecological consciousness and the role of psychedelics.
Feasibility and Sustainability: Applicants must provide a detailed project plan that outlines:
• Clear objectives and milestones.
• A realistic timeline and budget.
* Examples of previous works.
The project has a detailed timeline (3-6 months) and budget ($12,000 USD). Examples of previous works are provided on the applicant's website.
Ethical Considerations: Projects must adhere to ethical guidelines relevant to the field, including:
• Ensuring informed consent and protection of participants in scientific studies.
• Respecting cultural sensitivities and the origins of psychedelic practices.
• Promoting inclusivity and accessibility within the project and its outcomes.
The applicant confirmed that there are no ethical considerations that should be noted, implying adherence to ethical guidelines.