
The KPU |
The
Koestler Parapsychology Unit (KPU) is a research group based in the Psychology
Department at the University of Edinburgh.
Established in 1985, it consists of academic staff and postgraduate students
who teach and research various aspects of parapsychology, including:
- the possible existence of psychic ability
- belief in the paranormal
- the psychology of anomalous experiences
- pseudo-psychic deception and self- deception
- the social and historical relevance of parapsychology.
Please explore the site to find out more about our work.
NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION: APRIL 2010 online course in parapsychology. Click here for more information about the course, and click here to go to the registration page.
November 09: We have been awarded a grant from the Bial Foundation to investigate recurrent paranormal experiences including alleged poltergeist experiences. If you believe you are experiencing seemingly unexplainable object movements, noises, and electrical disturbances in your home, please contact the KPU.

Koestler Parapsychology Unit © 2008
Adapted by C Watt
The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC005336.