// Definition
MAPS' model of developing drugs through a nonprofit structure, openly sharing protocols and research data rather than pursuing patents for profit.
// From the Episode
Rick Doblin explained how MAPS puts their research protocols on the web for anyone to use. This led Tilray (Philippe Lucas) to contact them about replicating the marijuana PTSD study in Canada. The nonprofit model contrasts with pharmaceutical companies that keep research proprietary. MAPS also worked with Donald Abrams and Ethan Russo on projects through this open approach.