José Silva began experimenting with psychic abilities and brain wave activity in the 1940s. His 22 years of scientific research into the mind and human potential led to the creation of the Silva Mind Control Method in 1966, and numerous instructional courses and programs. After more than 30 years of taking his work around the world, he created a new course, the Silva UltraMind ESP System, the culmination of his life's work. The Silva Method continues to be taught in seminars and events by accredited instructors, and in home-study courses.