Yoel Gordon

Abstract Altered states of consciousness (ASC) involve shifts in perception, cognition, and awareness, offering a unique lens on the nature of consciousness. Across cultures, rhythmic drumming in the theta range (4–7 Hz) is often used to induce such states, but it remains unclear whether actively enhancing brain rhythms in this range can cause ASC. We tested whether theta-frequency drumming (4 beats per second) selectively induces ASC compared to rhythms in the delta and alpha ranges.

When we think of shareholder activism, we traditionally think of hedge funds which seek to extract value through aggressive stakebuilding and intervention in M&A. The landscape is changing, however, and there is a new breed of activist on the scene. Groups of investors and NGOs are banding together to hold companies to account over their performance on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues. Names such as ShareAction, Follow This and Climate Action 100+ are gaining prominence.