Science

[#item_full_content] Science is at odds with the ‘medical use’ of cannabis: does it help with mental health, or is there something else at play?  Read More  

[#item_full_content] “Rigorously derived evidence for the medical efficacy of marijuana is thin,” writes Kevin Sabet.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] But it's looking to expand cultivation in Ohio.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] A researcher explains how your body processes the THC from cannabis, resulting in "the munchies."  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Luis Londoño shares on Deusa Cast how an international immersion boosted the development of products that combine cannabis, science, and self-care  Read More  

[#item_full_content] A Lancet Psychiatry study found no evidence cannabinoids treat anxiety, PTSD. In NY, any practitioner can certify a patient for medical cannabis for any condition they deem appropriate.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] The largest review of medicinal cannabis to date found it doesn’t effectively treat anxiety, depression, or PTSD—despite millions using it for those reasons. Researchers warn it could even make mental…

[#item_full_content] WESTMINSTER, Colo. — The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) and its member scientists are continually exploring ways to facilitate increased knowledge concerning weeds and...  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Without causing a high.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] A new analysis represents the largest effort yet to systematically parse all the data from high-quality clinical trials on cannabis and mental health. The evidence is lacking.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Using medical or recreational marijuana to ease symptoms of numerous mental health conditions doesn't work, according to two new analyses of existing gold-standard research.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] People frequently use medical cannabis to treat anxiety, depression and PTSD, but two new reviews show there is little evidence that it works  Read More  

[#item_full_content] New research shows even infrequent pot use during adolescence is linked to increased risk of mental-health disorders and poor academic performance.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Two non-psychoactive cannabis compounds may help treat the most common form of chronic liver disorder.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] The Fresh Toast - Researchers reveal the science behind cannabis munchies and what people actually eat when appetite suddenly spikes.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Marijuana may be a “gateway,” but not in the stigmatized way it’s been portrayed by prohibitionists as a stepping stone to other drugs. Rather, a growing body of scientific literature…

[#item_full_content] The Yale Center for the Science of Cannabis and Cannabinoids on March 11 announced a new collaboration with the McGill Research Centre for Cannabis, marking an  Read More  

[#item_full_content] THC doesn’t just blur memories—it can create new ones that never happened. In a controlled experiment, cannabis users were much more likely to recall words that were never shown and…

[#item_full_content] A new study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem suggests that non-intoxicating cannabis compounds CBD and CBG may help reduce liver fat.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Colorado researchers link cannabis use to larger brain volume and better memory in adults over 40.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Ghana has formally launched its medicinal cannabis licensing programme at a moment when new scientific research is expanding the therapeutic case for cannabinoids, adding economic urgency to a regulatory process…

[#item_full_content] HB 952, a bill that would have allow for tribal nations and the governor’s office to be able to form compacts to legalize cannabis and regulate it on individual reservations.  Read…

[#item_full_content] Intoxicating hemp-derived THC products are now banned in Arkansas and creates a little bit of controversy regarding the recent bill veto by Texas Governor Abbott.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] ONE HEMP announced their support of the SB 3 veto from Texas Governor Greg Abbott.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Texas Governor, Greg Abbott, signed HB 46 into law, which made the Lone Star State the 40th state in the US to legalize medical cannabis use.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Strong Strains recently responded to the cease-and-desist letter from the property owners regarding their new Long Island dispensary in East Setauket, New York.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] A legal cannabis dispensary on Long Island, located within the Brookhaven Town, received a cease-and-desist letter before their upcoming grand opening.  Read More  

Image | adobe.stock/H_KoHawaii’s Governor, Josh Green, shook up the state’s medical cannabis industry by vetoing legislation which would have entitled physicians to certify medical cannabis patients through telehealth for the…

Image | adobe.stock/Bits and SplitsIn a recent press release (1), the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) “expressed support for Congressional efforts to eliminate synthetic and novel cannabinoids from…

Image | adobe.stock/PT picturesHaribo announced on May 29, 2025, that the German sweets company was initiating a recall of specific batches of Haribo Happy Cola F!ZZ gummy candies (1,2). BBC…

Image | adobe.stock/NataliaOn May 27, 2025, the First Circuit Court of Appeals published its opinion rejecting a challenge to cannabis prohibition at the federal level (1). A group of several…

Image | adobe.stock/eyegelbNew Jersey lawmakers have proposed new legislation planning to criminalize unlicensed cannabis purchases (1,2). The proposed bill is sponsored by Senate President Nick Scutari and would make it…

Image | adobe.stock/HubbardSteveRecently announced, the state of Washington’s Social Equity Program will be opening a licensing period between June 2, 2025 to July 1, 2025. During this period, 52 new…

Let’s dive into the top stories shaping the conversation this week. Summaries of each article are listed below.1. Cannabis Legalization Bill Passes in Pennsylvania HouseEarlier this month, the Pennsylvania House…

There’s a perception among cannabis consumers that higher THC content in cannabis products is synonymous with value. Yasha Kahn, co-founder of MCR Labs, explained a recent episode of the Noid…

From the March 2025 Healer webinar | Image Credit: © Healer.comOn March 19, 2025, Dustin Sulak, DO, founder of Healer, a cannabis education and product resource, presented an analysis and discussion…

The information in these snapshots was compiled with the help of MM411, which has partners across the globe to create accessible education that is reflective of the regulatory framework within…

The information in these snapshots was compiled with the help of MM411, which has partners across the globe to create accessible education that is reflective of the regulatory framework within…

The passage of the 2018 Farm Bill legalized the manufacture and sale of hemp-derived cannabinoids, leading to a surge in the availability and consumption of minor cannabinoids—phytocannabinoids present in low…

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From the January 2025 Healer webinar | Image Credit: © Healer.comOn January 29, 2025, Dustin Sulak, DO, founder of Healer, a cannabis education and product resource, presented an analysis of five…

Image | adobe.stock/©Antwon McMullenThere is clear reason to believe that cannabis should be an important therapeutic for helping many people decrease their use of opioids, potentially leading to fewer overdose…

Nanoemulsion technology is rapidly transforming the landscape of cannabinoid delivery by addressing challenges related to the solubility, bioavailability, and stability of cannabinoids. As naturally hydrophobic compounds, cannabinoids traditionally require lipophilic…

Image | adobe.stock/KalyakanA recent press release announced a merger between the independent cannabis company Proper Brands and multi-state parent company Vireo Growth Inc (1). The $397 million series of all-stock…

Kim Anzarut, CEO and founder of Allay Consulting | Photo courtesy of Kim AnzarutCatch up on Part I of this roundtable discussion for more perspectives on what’s next in the…

Kim Anzarut, CEO and founder of Allay Consulting | Photo courtesy of Kim AnzarutContinue the discussion in Part II for more perspectives on what’s next in the cannabis industry after…

David Vaillencourt, founder and CEO of The GMP Collective, Chairman of the Board for S3 Collective, and Vice-Chair of ASTM International Committee D37 on Cannabis Standards | Image Credit: ©…

Image | adobe.stock/PhuriphatA recently published review examined the possible connections between the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms. The review, “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Cannabis Use,…

Image | adobe.stock/EKKAPONIn a November 26, 2024, press release, AOAC INTERNATIONAL announced it has expanded its ISO/IEC 17043 accreditation to include six cannabis and hemp oil proficiency testing (PT) programs…

[[{"value":"STEVENS POINT, Wis. -- (WAOW) While most people hear the word cannabis and think of marijuana, which is illegal in Wisconsin, professors at UWSP say the plant can be used…