Science

[#item_full_content] Marijuana doesn’t help with anxiety, PTSD, depression or other mental health conditions, according to two large, new studies.  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] 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] CBD and CBG, two non-intoxicating cannabis compounds, may help combat fatty liver disease by boosting liver energy reserves and restoring cellular cleanup systems. In the study, both compounds improved blood…

[#item_full_content] The hemp-derived cannabis company founded by a board-certified pharmacist with a vast catalog of diverse products  Read More  

[#item_full_content] “Federal policy must reflect evidence and science, not dispelled myths and tired stereotypes.” By Sasha Kalcheff-Korn, National Compassionate Care Council Recent federal action initiating a review of cannabis scheduling and…

[#item_full_content] Though many people say marijuana helps them sleep, the data doesn't stack up. See what the research says about why so many swear cannabis helps them sleep, even when research…

[#item_full_content] Innovative Industrial Properties Inc. (NYSE:IIPR), a leading cannabis-focused real estate investment trust, reported strong fourth quarter 2025 results on  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Cans of THC and CBD-infused beverages. Credit: USA Today NETWORK/Reuters Cannabis-infused beverages are beginning to share shelf space with beer and hard  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Ryan McLaughlin wanted to know what happened inside a rat's brain when it got stoned. More specifically, whether a well-fed, contented rat — one that had  Read More  

[#item_full_content] JACKSON, Tenn. – Larry Steckel, Extension weed specialist and researcher in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA), has been named a Fellow of the Weed Science...  Read More  

[#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…

The new hemp regulations, limiting THC levels in products, took effect in September. The new hemp regulations, limiting THC levels in products, took effect in September.  Read More  

The new Peak PRO line by Superior LED Technologies increases performance by 12% while saving energy. The new Peak PRO line by Superior LED Technologies increases performance by 12% while saving…

Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled her cannabis legalization plan as part of her 2024 presidential campaign. Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled her cannabis legalization plan as part of her 2024 presidential…

The ruling states that federal law does not block the ban on certain cannabinoid products in the state. The ruling states that federal law does not block the ban on certain…

Several cannabis products in Maine were recalled due to concerns of mold and bacteria exposure. Several cannabis products in Maine were recalled due to concerns of mold and bacteria exposure.  Read More  

RXDco has manufactured a new cannabis packaging option called Cocoon Jars. RXDco has manufactured a new cannabis packaging option called Cocoon Jars.  Read More