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Lorenzo Pasquini PhD

Affective Neuroscientist • UCSF

Neuroimaging, Psychedelics

Dr. Lorenzo Pasquini is an affective neuroscientist at UCSF whose research focuses on the neural systems underlying emotional well-being in older adults. Using advanced multimodal neuroimaging, he studies how brain networks support emotional regulation, social cognition, and resilience. His work aims to develop targeted interventionsboth behavioral and pharmacologic, including emerging psychedelic-based therapiesto enhance adaptability and emotional health across the aging process.
Conference Sessions

BEACON appearances

BEACON 2026

Psychedelics and Neural Plasticity

Examines how psychedelics reveal mechanisms of neural flexibility and adaptation.