Cannabis Science & Health
Men and People With Sleep Issues Are Less Likely to Recover From Cannabis Dependency, Study Suggests
Previous research has shown that cannabis use disorder (CUD) can be treated with a combination of counseling and cannabis medicines with a 1:1 ratio of CBD and THC. But men and people with sleep issues may benefit from additional support, new analysis suggests.
This New Study Will Test If Cannabis Can Ease Symptoms For Children in Palliative Care
The study will involve 10 participants, aged between six months and 21 years, who all have severe symptoms from non-cancerous conditions, such as cerebral palsy, neurodegenerative disorders, and progressive cardiac disease.
California Regulator Updates Its Proposed Cannabinoid Test Requirements
In a notice published on October 4, the Department of Cannabis Control announced that the test will be limited to dried flower and pre-rolls.
7 Factors For a Seamless Cannabis Extraction Lab Setup
Martha Hernández, a scientist at CloudLIMS, breaks down the seven requirements anyone should consider before starting a cannabis extraction facility.
Synthetic Psychedelic Compounds May Treat Depression Without the Trip, Study Suggests
Scientists have developed a new compound which interacts with the same therapeutic targets in the brain as psychedelic drugs, producing the same long-lasting antidepressant and antianxiety effects but without the psychedelic high.
ASTM Approves Four New Cannabis Testing Standards
The leading US testing standards organization ASTM International has approved four new testing standards for cannabis samples.
California Regulator Offers $20 Million For Cannabis Research
California’s cannabis regulator will provide $20 million in funding for new cannabis-related research.
Researchers Create New CBD-Based Plastic
Researchers from the University of Connecticut and Purdue University report the creation of a new CBD-based bioplastic material.
Psychedelic Drugs: How to Tell Good Research From Bad
James Rucker, a consultant psychiatrist at King's College London, breaks down the good psychedelic research from the bad. via the Conversation.
Washington’s Cannabis Regulator Seeks Scientists
Washington’s state cannabis regulator is looking to recruit at least six experts in cannabis science to help advise the regulator on scientific matters.
