Society for Psychical Research

The Society for Psychical Research (SPR), founded in 1882, is an organization dedicated to scientifically investigating phenomena related to the mind and consciousness that are not yet fully understood, such as telepathy, ghosts, and psychic abilities. Its goal is to explore these subjects objectively, using rigorous research methods, to determine whether they have a scientific basis. The SPR works to distinguish genuine phenomena from fraud or coincidence, promoting careful study and open-minded inquiry into extraordinary experiences, while maintaining a skeptical and evidence-based approach.