Dr. Sidney Gottlieb

Dr. Sidney Gottlieb was an American psychiatrist and chemist best known for his role as the head of the CIA's MK-Ultra project during the 1950s and 1960s. This controversial program aimed to explore mind control and interrogation techniques, often using drugs like LSD without the subjects' consent. Gottlieb's work raised significant ethical concerns about government experimentation on individuals. He believed in the potential benefits of these methods for national security but faced criticism for the lack of oversight and the harm caused to participants. His legacy highlights the complex intersection of science, ethics, and government in intelligence operations.