Science

[#item_full_content] A new study suggests the cannabis legalization has boosted product innovation but not plant research - could Schedule III change that?  Read More  

[#item_full_content] The Trump Administration has taken a significant step toward loosening federal limits on medical marijuana, with the Justice Department announcing plans to reclassify certain cannabis products and broaden research opportunities.…

[#item_full_content] Overlooked plant compounds may quietly hold new clues for treating some of the most challenging forms of pain.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] A survey of more than 1,100 people with suspected or diagnosed CHS offers one of the clearest looks yet at the condition, including a notable finding:  Read More  

[#item_full_content] A PAX-authored study compares vaporized cannabis to joint smoke, finding lower levels of certain byproducts under lab conditions.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] Panels at the Vermont Cannabis and Hemp Convention will tackle research, international development, home grow operations and what affects the quality of cannabis.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] India once regulated cannabis pragmatically. The NDPS era replaced that with prohibition—just as science and global policy are beginning to shift.  Read More  

[#item_full_content] How can a breathalyzer be used to identify cannabis use in drivers? This is what a recent study funded by the U.S. Department of Justice and sponsored by N |…

[#item_full_content] The joint MCPIR and Cultivation for Compounds research tour is returning to its usual position on the calendar. On June 8, the day before GreenTech Amsterdam opens at RAI, the…

[#item_full_content] After years of surgeries, rehab and a recovery machine built for return-to-play, the former NBA forward stopped asking whether cannabis could help and started asking harder questions about how it…

[#item_full_content] By studying humans and rats, researchers pinpointed how cannabis causes hunger. The plant interacts directly with brain receptors to increase the reward value of food, driving consumption regardless of the…

[#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] 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