The Science of Dreams

Tue Aug 11 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:30 pm UTC+01:00

Hen & Chicken | Bristol

JAW Talks & Events
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The Science of Dreams
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Join us while we take a closer look at what happens to the brain while we sleep and the meaning behind our dreams. Followed by Q+A.
About this Event

Humans have studied and interpreted dreams for many centuries. Have you ever woken up after a crazy dream convinced it means something? Or spent hours wondering why your mind comes up with such ludicrous fantasies?

In this engaging talk from NHS psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr Jonathan Iliff, you will learn what science has to say on the matter! Jonathan will explain the current theories on how and why we dream, what goes on in our brain during sleep and how you can enhance your dreams!

Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!

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Dr Jonathan Iliff is a psychiatrist and medical doctor in the NHS, with a background in neuroscience and psychedelic drug research. Jonathan has been an associate researcher with the psychedelic research group attached to King's College, was the founder and chair of the UCL Society for the Application of Psychedelics and has worked with prominent figures in the field. His research focused on the use of psychedelic compounds, like LSD and psilocybin - the active ingredient in magic mushrooms - a promising new treatment for depression. Today his focus is clinical - focusing on helping with people, and their problems in the here and now.

Testimonials from our customers

⭐ Seed Talks created a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, it was a really wonderful experience. Thank you Seed Talks for facilitating such a powerful and important platform. 100% recommend you check out a Seed Talk near you! -Anna F.

⭐ The evening was brilliant. It was thorough, engaging and informative. I thought he handled the questions from the audience at the end very well and always circled back to what he’d already covered. Bravo. -Becky P.

⭐ I've attended a few of your talks over the past few months and have absolutely loved them so first of all thank you so much for bringing joy and understanding to the world of neuroscience. -Joe F



Agenda

πŸ•‘: 07:00 PM
Doos open
πŸ•‘: 07:30 PM
Talk starts
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hen & Chicken, 210 North Street, Bristol, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 6.00 to GBP 34.50

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