Cannabis Science & Health
Canadian Medical Cannabis Review Adds New Voice to Call for Better Research
Guidelines warn health risks may outweigh benefits but in reality clinical evidence to support claims either way is lacking.
Review Paper Highlights Need for More Medicinal Cannabis Research
A report from the American Osteopathic Association has aggregated medicinal cannabis research findings to help physicians give the best evidence-based recommendations and, highlights big knowledge gaps.
DEA Claims to be Taking Action to Expedite Applications to Study Schedule 1 Drugs
By taking the process online, both existing and new researchers can submit their applications through a dedicated web portal, hopefully improving efficiency and security.
Cannabis Science Expands Agreement with Dana-Farber To Develop Cannabinoid-Based Medications
The partnership will continue to investigate the effectiveness of cannabinoid treatment in cancer, develop novel drug delivery methods and explore the mechanisms of action of cannabinoids in disease management.
CBD Helps to Reduce Seizures in Treatment-resistant Epilepsy Patients
By the end of a 14 week trial, patients had a 41.2% reduction in all seizures demonstrating the potential of CBD as a powerful treatment for this debilitating condition.
Synthetic THC Enables Optical Control of CB1 Receptor Signaling
Attaching a light-sensitive “antenna” to the THC molecule makes it possible to use light of a specific wavelength to precisely manipulate the CB1 receptor.
MyDx, Highsmen Genetics Partner on Cannabis Strains Tailored for Specific Effects
Theie goal is to be able to produce a custom flower strain with custom cannabinoids and terpenes that can be tailored for specific end use applications, such as sleep or pain relief.
Emerging Canadian Biopharma Company To Enter Legal Cannabis Markets In U.S.
Pivot plans to build manufacturing facilities in legal cannabis markets throughout North America and Europe, obtain the necessary licensures, and launch products using their RTIC technology which transforms cannabis oil into powder for infusion.
THC May Slow Mental Decline in HIV Patients
Knowing more about the interaction between cannabinoids and inflammation in HIV patients may help us to develop drugs specifically to maintain their mental function.
