Does the Human Brain Actually Produce Dmt or is It a Myth? | VICE | Blueprint

How is DMT created, and does our body make it naturally? Hamilton Morris explores the science behind the famous psychedelic. First, we visit a lab to watch a chemist synthesise pure DMT using raw chemicals. Then, we look at how it’s extracted from tree bark, before running a definitive lab test on animal brains to see if the "pineal gland myth" holds up. 🔷 Subscribe to BluePrint: https://bit.ly/blueprintitvs In Hamilton's Pharmacopeia, join Hamilton Morris as he investigates the extraordinary chemistry, scientific history, and societal impact of the world's most misunderstood psychoactive substances. From laboratory experiments to complex organic syntheses, discover the fascinating science, neuroscience, and chemical engineering behind these incredible molecules. This film was first broadcast: 2017 Watch More Documentaries Rails, Roads & Runways -    / @railsroadsrunwaysitvs   Emergencies Up Close -    / @emergenciesupcloseitvs   Up Close -    / @upcloseitvs   Our History -    / @ourhistory   True Lives -    / @truelivesitvs   Our World -    / @ourworld   Our Stories -    / @ourstories   Taste -    / @tasteitvs   Get Cooking -    / @getcookingitvs   Crime Up Close -    / @crimeupcloseitvs   Discover the best science, technology, and engineering shows. Explore amazing experiments, groundbreaking inventions, and the secrets behind incredible builds. Ignite your curiosity! Content distributed by ITV Studios. #science #technology #vice #documentary