Don’t Use THC Vapes, Says FDA, As Lung Injury Toll Tops 1000
In light of the vaping-related lung disease outbreak across the US, the Food and Drug Administration is strengthening its consumer warnings for vape products.
Does Legal Cannabis Affect Crime? Not in Washington and Colorado, Study Finds
One of the great arguments for legalizing cannabis – that it would reduce crime rates – has been challenged by a new statistical study.
Maintaining Regulatory Compliance in the Cannabis Lab
In the absence of federal oversight, states have produced a patchwork of regulations, where rules governing cannabis testing can differ significantly across state lines - a challenge for everyone in the industry.
The Budding Potential of Cannabis Extraction in Europe
We talk to Dr Chris Cordier, about the cannabis extraction industry in Europe, specific extraction challenges that are currently prominent, and the future of European extraction.
Medical Marijuana for Multiple Sclerosis: What Does the Research Say?
Managing the neurological condition is a constant battle for the millions of people affected by multiple sclerosis around the world. But could cannabis be a new, effective treatment?
UK CBD Market Needs Standardized Testing, Says Industry Body
A new review aims to help establish robust, standardized methods for CBD products in the UK.
Dr Raphael Mechoulam Reveals Synthetic Cannabinoids for Clinical Use
The "Godfather of cannabis" unveiled his latest cannabinoid creation.
The US More Than Tripled Its Hemp Cultivation Land Since 2018, Report Finds
A new report details how much has changed in hemp farming in the US since the passing of the 2018 farm bill.
Micro Matters: How Important Is Microbial Testing of Cannabis Products?
We talk to Amanda Horodyski, microbiology manager at Atlantic Test Labs Inc, about the importance of microbial testing of cannabis, the best microbial methods, as well as microbial testing challenges and what’s to come in the future.
Researchers Uncover How CBD Moderates Side Effects of THC
CBD was already known to moderate THC's effect, but the exact mechanisms behind this protection were largely unknown, until now.
