by Staff Scientist | Oct 11, 2023 | Blog, Science
Why we think it’s important This research is important because it assesses the potential benefits and harms of cannabinoids in reducing symptoms like spasticity and chronic neuropathic pain in people with MS. Introduction For people dealing with multiple sclerosis...
by Staff Scientist | Sep 26, 2023 | Blog, Science
Why we think this important: Urotensin-II is involved in CBD-mediated reduction in blood pressure. Link to the study. The Role of CBD in Lowering Blood Pressure: A Closer Look at HYPER-H21-4 Trial Join us as we delve into an exciting study, HYPER-H21-4, which looks...
by Laura Smith | Sep 26, 2023 | Science, Weekly News
There are formidable challenges in conducting studies involving cannabis. Understanding Clinical Trials Before we delve into the complexities of cannabis clinical trials, let’s establish what clinical trials are. These rigorous scientific experiments play a...
by Laura Smith | Aug 18, 2023 | Blog, Communications, Science, Weekly News
As consumers signaled an erosion of the stigma behind marijuana use while a Supreme Court judge issues an injunction to an NY dispensary. Six companies received warnings from FDA and FTC for selling food products containing Delta 8 THC. Meanwhile, a store owner in PA...
by Laura Smith | Aug 16, 2023 | Science, Weekly Cannabis News, Weekly News
New studies this week found that marijuana is associated with reduced use of unregulated opioids. Funding for similar studies seems likely. In Michigan Wayne State University now offers an undergrad certificate in Cannabis Chemistry. Maryland legislators make it...
by Laura Smith | Aug 7, 2023 | Blog, Science, Weekly Cannabis News, Weekly News
A week full of mixed messages for the cannabis industry. American consumers signal a willingness to try alternative therapeutic treatments. Congress considers funding medicinal cannabis for vets. At the same time, MasterCard suspended the use of its debit cards for...
