Differences Between Combined & Isolated Use of Cannabis & Nicotine on Brain Networks
Researchers at the Center for BrainHealth® at the University of Texas at Dallas investigated the effects on the brain of concurrent cannabis and nicotine use, versus the use of solely cannabis and solely nicotine.
63% of Breast Milk Samples from Mothers Using Marijuana Contained the Drug
Scientists have found the primary psychoactive component of marijuana in 63% of breast milk samples for up to six days after the mother’s last reported use.
Scientists Identify 35 Genes Associated with Cannabis Use
A large-scale genetic study found that some of the same genes associated with the use of cannabis are also associated with certain personality types and psychiatric conditions.
Getting High on Worms
In parasitic worm infection both the host and the worm produce cannabis-like molecules.
Creating the First Cannabis Pangenome
New pangenome project will create a collection of sequences that will provide unique and essential insights into the natural genetic diversity of cannabis.
Mountain High Acquires One Lab Co.
The acquisition brings with it a five-year lease of its modular extraction lab to Workforce Labor Solutions, LLC, which provides turnkey labor and extraction services to licensed cannabis producers in Washington state.
Developing Analytical Methods for Water Soluble Cannabis Phytochemicals
Team sets out to use modified sample processing and analytical testing for concentrated water solutions of cannabinoids and terpenes to help develop analytical methods for cannabis beverages
A Switch to Turn Terpene Production On and Off
The discovery of a terpene production switch could enable researchers to artificially increase plant production of specific, useful plant terpenes in a range of species.
Researcher Recognized for Work on Promising Synthetic CBD-derived Drug
EHP-101 has shown promise for the modulation of relevant multiple sclerosis targets, having PPARγ and CB2-mediated anti-inflammatory activity, and the potential to enhance remyelination.
Proposal Seeks to Improve Assessment of Drug Risks
A drug policy researcher is proposing a suite of changes to overhaul the Multi-Criteria Drug Harm Scale, which informs drug policies across Europe.
