Our Journey
A Journey of Scientific Discovery and Experiential Exploration
OUR MISSION
Redefining Experiential Science
The Sleep Consciousness Institute (SCI) is a non-profit institution of research and education that aims to bring a novel, evidence-based neurophenomenological approach to the understanding of Out-of-Body Experiences (OBEs) and their experimentation.
SCI offers a range of powerful workshops, 101 VIP coachings, and free online webinars to deepen the way we understand ourselves, our world, and our purpose through the lenses of Out-of-Body Experiences bridging cutting-edge research in neuroscience, sleep medicine, and psychedelics to inspire transformative practices.
SCI’s objective is to apply neuroscientific knowledge to enable you to experience for yourself—through empirical methodologies—the power of non-ordinary states and help you deepen your journey wherever you are.
Our programs are expertly designed by Rodrigo Montenegro, MSc. in Neuroscience, with a Postgraduate Diploma in Sleep Medicine from Oxford University and expertise in neuropsychology and neuromodulation medicine (PGCert.). Rodrigo is currently finalizing a PhD pursuing research into OBE neurophysiology and phenomenology.
OUR EXPERTISE
At the Forefront of Consciousness Research
Rodrigo has worked in Consciousness research and non-ordinary states with the Coma Science Group within the Centre du Cerveau², a specialized unit that studies Near-Death Experiences and the Sensation and Perception Research Group (SPRG), a research group that studies self-induced cognitive trance and clinical hypnosis applications. He is currently carrying out research on gifted OBE subjects in association with the Swiss Institute of Noetic Sciences (ISSNOE) and carrying equal research partnership with the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS).
Rodrigo was one of the founding fathers of the International Academy of Consciousness (IAC), where he was a board director and lead instructor for 11 years. He has worked in the field with precursor historical institutions such as the International Institut of Projectiology (IPC)—one of the first modern organizations dedicated to the international study of out-of-body experiences. Founded in 1994 by pioneering OBE researcher Dr. Waldo Vieira, the IPC was recognized as a Federal Public Utility Institution (UPF) and aimed to study OBEs empirically. Rodrigo has equally worked as a volunteer in institutions such as the International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS-France), and he is currently the CEO of Gamma Wave Technologies Ltd., working as a lead MedTech neuroscientist developing a clinical-grade sleep headband with neuromodulation functions (Class I Medical Device).
Rodrigo has lectured internationally on the subject of non-ordinary states at the Society of Psychical Research (SPR) as well as its Scottish branch, the Institut Métapsychique International (IMI), at the “Breaking Convention”, a biennial multidisciplinary conference on psychedelic consciousness, the Society of Scientific Exploration (SSE Club), a critical international forum for research on human capabilities, the Institut of Research on Extraordinary Experiences (INREES), and lectured at Congresses such as “1st Consciousness Science Congress ” and the “Congrés des Thérapies Quantiques”.
He has been featured in acclaimed documentaries such as “Voyage Hors du Corps – La Science à l’épreuve de la Conscience” and the odyssey documentary by Inexploré called "Sommeil: Un Essentiel pour se Régénérer" which explores the vital role of sleep in well-being, regeneration, and personal transformation. Rodrigo will also be featured in an upcoming documentary filmed by the CERN alongside leading thinkers, including Nobel Laureates, such as Roger Penrose, to discuss the nature of consciousness and OBEs. His work has also been highlighted in numerous online and TV interviews as well as in international magazines.
OUR EXPERIENCE
First-hand empirical experience supported by science
Rodrigo has coached workshops internationally on non-ordinary states of consciousness and OBEs since 2005. His own experiences were emphasized in his book “Out-of-the-Body Experiences − An Experiential Anthology”, which highlights ninety OBE phenomena in accounts collected worldwide and reflects his personal inductions of OBEs since the age of 19.
Rodrigo's PhD research is associated with the neurophysiological correlates of OBE phenomena, proposing an extended phenomenological approach and new neurophysiological OBE models. He is currently researching the Vibrational State and the neurophysiological correlates of OBEs on gifted subjects, as well as carrying out experimental research on the neuromodulation of OBEs through precise multi-focal tES (transcranial Electric Stimulation). He is equally pursuing innovative research on psychedelics, such as N,N-Dimethyltryptamine (DMT), considering their potential and limitations for the induction of OBEs.
Vibrational State Workshop
London, United Kingdom
You're pioneering a whole new field of research, at least in the Western context, which is very exciting.
Prof. Bernard, C.
Vibrational State Workshop
London, United Kingdom
"The workshop was informative, engaging and enjoyable. Discussing the scientific background prior to carrying out the practical exercises was extremely helpful and provided a useful foundation on which to base the practical work".
Prof. David, V.
Out-of-Body Experimental Workshop
Liège, Belgium.
"I participated in this training with the intention of coming away with concrete elements that stand out from what you can find everywhere on your own. I was completely satisfied, both by Rodrigo's scientific rigour and his ability to articulate it with an experimental approach"
Kevin C.
Out-of-Body Experimental Workshop
Liège, Belgium.
"This was my first three-day workshop and I couldn't have wished for more in terms of the subject matter and the way it was presented (theory + practice + linked films)... I wish anyone to have the same opportunity.".
Manal T.
Out-of-Body Experimental Workshop
Liège, Belgium.
"Finely selected theoretical contents and concrete practical exercises marked out these three very intense days. I recommend without hesitation, really good work!"
Coco, K
Out-of-Body Experimental Workshop
London, United Kingdom
"It's been many years since I attended classes with you, but I'll never forget how incredible and eye-opening they were. I did feel like a new person afterwards."
Dorota, S.
Out-of-Body Experimental Workshop
San Francisco, CA
"I was able to experience a lifetime's worth of experiences in 3-days! This was an incredibly eye-opening to the potential of OBEs".
Silver M.