The International Center for Ethnobotanical Education, Research and Service, or ICEERS, is a globally recognized organization that champions the study and application of ethnobotany, with a particular focus on cannabis and other psychoactive plants. Established in 2009, ICEERS has its origins in the ancient practice of ethnobotany, which examines the cultural and medicinal uses of plants by indigenous peoples. Over time, the center has expanded its scope to include cutting-edge research and advocacy efforts, positioning itself as a key player in the rapidly evolving cannabis sector.
ICEERS is committed to advancing the understanding of ethnobotanical plants through rigorous scientific research and educational initiatives. The organization serves as a vital resource for individuals and communities interested in the therapeutic potential of cannabis and other plant-based medicines. By promoting evidence-based practices and fostering collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, ICEERS is helping to shape the future of the cannabis industry and ensure that the benefits of ethnobotanical knowledge are widely shared.
For further details, please visit their official website at [ICEERS](https://www.iceers.org).
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The International Center for Ethnobotanical Education, Research, and Service (ICEERS) is a non-profit organization headquartered in Barcelona (Spain) and the Netherlands, dedicated to research into psychoactive plants and society since 2009.
| Founded | 2009 |
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| Founder | Benjamin de Loenen |
| Legal status | Non-profit organization |
| Focus | Research and advocacy on psychoactive plants (psychedelics, cannabis) and drug and substance use-related policies advocacy. |
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Area served | Worldwide |
| Website | www |
The organization engages with aspects associated with the globalization of ethnobotanicals (traditional medicines such as ayahuasca, iboga, and others). ICEERS has consultative status with the United Nations' ECOSOC.
