In a small pilot study, patients using high CBD strains exhibited lower levels of circulating cytokines a marker of inflammation often associated with pain - than those using higher THC products.
The funding will support research to investigate whether medicinal cannabinoid therapies can alleviate symptoms in children with severe autism—and if so, how.
Dr. Dreismann is a top industry expert in the field of molecular and medical diagnostics and will support efforts to bring more exciting analytical tools into cannabis consumers' hands.
The prototype app called 'Am I Stoned' is designed to help cannabis users understand how the drug is affecting them through a series of phone-based tasks.
Pre-clinical results indicate that hemp extracts might be useful for stopping or slowing down metastasis - the spreading of cancer to other parts of the body.
Findings underscore the importance of screening for cannabis use during prenatal care and the need for counseling about the adverse health consequences of continued use during pregnancy.
As Canada prepares for adult recreational sales in the coming months, the need for credible and comprehensive cannabis testing is greater than ever.
28 cannabis-related research grants have been funded by state cannabis taxes and liquor license fees in the last 3 years alone.
GB Sciences are looking for international suppliers that produce minor cannabinoids and terpenes to ensure that it can expand testing beyond their planned, initial Phase 0 Trial.