ABOUT R.P.
Dr. R.P. Oates, founder of INergy Wellness, is a multidisciplinary scientist who's previous career spans two decades of research experience across chemistry, toxicology, and biotechnology. Holding an MS in Organic Chemistry with a focus on photochemistry and a PhD in Toxicology focused on how physical forces in nature impact biological systems.
He has supported groundbreaking research, including facilitating experiments on the International Space Station, where he encountered other work on the potential of LED-based red light therapy for human health applications. In 2020, R.P. published a peer-reviewed article on theory to explain observations of DNA’s emission of light and its potential impacts on genetics. Also in 2020, R.P. was selected by NASA's Human Exploration Research Analog (HERA) to participate in a study for understanding how to perform tasks optimally in isolated environments, as part of refining astronaut crew selections for extended spaceflight missions.
In 2023, R.P. attended a dark retreat, where extended sensory deprivation and isolation led to a deeper understanding of light's effects on the body and inspired his research into light-based technologies shown to deliver health benefits safely and effectively. This research resulted in the formation of INergy Wellness, where R.P. now offers personalized sessions designed to guide clients toward their own unique path to optimal wellness on San Juan Island.