The Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS) is a non-profit research organization founded in 1973 by Apollo 14 astronaut Dr. Edgar Mitchell. Based in Petaluma, California, IONS explores the nature and potentials of human consciousness, integrating scientific inquiry with experiential knowledge. The organization was inspired by Dr. Mitchell's transformative experience during his return from the Moon, which led him to seek a new science that connects consciousness, spirit, and intention with empirical research.
IONS conducts and sponsors research on human potential, focusing on areas such as subtle energies, energy medicine, and altered states of consciousness. The Institute organizes conferences, workshops, and events to share research findings and foster dialogue among scientists, practitioners, and the public. Additionally, IONS publishes research reports and educational materials, and it offers membership programs for community engagement. The organization also recognizes innovative contributions to altruism and human well-being through the Temple Award for Creative Altruism.
The Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS) is a non-profit research organization founded in 1973 by Apollo 14 astronaut Dr. Edgar Mitchell. Based in Petaluma, California, IONS explores the nature and potentials of human consciousness, integrating scientific inquiry with experiential knowledge. The organization was inspired by Dr. Mitchell's transformative experience during his return from the Moon, which led him to seek a new science that connects consciousness, spirit, and intention with empirical research.
IONS conducts and sponsors research on human potential, focusing on areas such as subtle energies, energy medicine, and altered states of consciousness. The Institute organizes conferences, workshops, and events to share research findings and foster dialogue among scientists, practitioners, and the public. Additionally, IONS publishes research reports and educational materials, and it offers membership programs for community engagement. The organization also recognizes innovative contributions to altruism and human well-being through the Temple Award for Creative Altruism.
