MycoMedica Life Sciences, PBC

MycoMedica Life Sciences, PBC is a life sciences company co-founded by mycologist Paul Stamets. Based in San Diego, California, the company focuses on developing therapeutic drugs derived from fungi to address psychiatric and neurological disorders. Founded in 2021, MycoMedica employs around 41 people and has secured significant funding, including $60 million in June 2022, to support its drug development efforts.

The company's key innovation is the Stamets Stack(s), a unique combination of ingredients designed to enhance the effectiveness of psilocybin for treating various mental health conditions. MycoMedica emphasizes the use of fungi-derived therapeutic drugs and medicinal mushrooms to promote natural wellness. The team is dedicated to scientific rigor and integrity, working towards advancing fungi-based solutions in the psychedelic medicines space.