Ophir
Netzer

Ophir Netzer is a PhD candidate in the field of psychology, researching the psychological, physiological, and neural mechanisms of trauma experienced while under psychedelics, substances that can alter conscious states through changes to perception, mood, and various cognitive functions. Her work focuses on the impact of psychedelics on trauma processing, particularly in the context of the Nova festival attack in Israel on October 7, 2023, where many attendees faced severe, life-threatening trauma under psychedelics. This interdisciplinary research aims to enhance early detection of trauma-related psychopathologies and provide evidence-based therapy.

Ophir’s research aims to enhance early detection of trauma-related psychopathologies and provide evidence-based therapy.

Ophir received her BA in cognitive science and economics and her MA in cognitive sciences from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Born in Netanya, she now lives in Tel Aviv. She has volunteered at an orphanage in Kathmandu, Nepal, and organized fundraising events. In her free time, she enjoys reading science fiction, travelling, attending live music concerts, and sharing these experiences with friends and family.