Research

Our sister publication, dvm360, recently published breakthrough research from a study involving CBD+CBDA oil as a potential treatment for atopic dermatitis in dogs.

Pharmaceutical developer Oxford Cannabinoid Technologies recently described the potential of its latest cannabinoid-based immunotherapy treatment.

A recently published study compared various methods and associated costs of treating difficult-to-treat depression.

This blog installment takes a look at autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and how the endocannabinoid system (ECS) plays a key role. Topics covered include the characterization of ASD, ECS dysfunction in ASD patients and comorbidities, and how cannabis addresses ASD symptoms.

A reportedly first-of-its-kind study tested the idea that cannabis use leads to other substance use in young adults.

The FDA issued first draft guidance on clinical trials with psychedelic drugs.

Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine aim to understand the interaction between cannabis use and the virus.

Noting the current lack of an accurate cannabis breathalyzer, researchers in a protocol development study analyzed levels of THC before and after participants smoked cannabis.

Cal Poly Humboldt plans a two-year community-based study on the plant genetics and history from legacy cannabis communities in the state.

This article provides insights into the opportunities involving the genetic modification of cannabis.

Searching for purer, minor cannabinoids is the goal of new extraction research as extractors dig deeper into the diversity of the plant.

The current challenges and future perspectives of the purification of cannabinoids from cannabis extracts are presented in this review article.

One important element of creating the ideal growing environment for cannabis is often overlooked: air quality. Here, we look at why this is important as well as best practices for mitigating poor air quality.

Newly passed legislation in Arizona establishes funding for research into therapeutic potential of psilocybin.

The effects of worms consuming cannabis were researched in a experiment showing that that they got the munchies and craved junk food.

Don't miss this Noid Factoid from Nathan Johnson, PhD, the Co-Founder and CEO of VERNE Bioanalytics.

While placebo-controlled randomized trials are lacking, a few early studies show promise for cannabis and arthritis, and surveys show that many arthritis patients are already finding relief using cannabis to treat their symptoms.

A recent study examined the link between cannabis use disorder and an increased risk of developing schizophrenia, especially in young males.

A recent USDA study revealed that when cows are fed hemp cake, they will maintain safe levels of both THC and CBD.

Israeli researchers have found that the wooly umbrella (Helichrysum umbraculigerum), a non-cannabis plant, produces several cannabinoids believed only to have belonged to the cannabis plant.

A United Kingdom study revealed an association between cannabis products, improved quality of life, and reduced opioid use in chronic pain patients.

A recent study of a psychedelic compound found in ayahuasca produced new brain scans showing its impacts on the brain.

Don't miss this Noid Factoid from Dr. Julie Kowalski of JA Kowalski Science Support LLC.

In order to provide cannabis pre-roll manufacturers with tools to better control the delivery of cannabinoids from smoking pre-rolls, the authors examine the effect of particle size on cannabinoid delivery.

To help clinicians and patients navigate cannabinoid-based medications (CBM), Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research published guidelines based on reviews of studies on CBM and chronic pain.

This column expresses how cannabis facilities that invest in RCx projects can enhance equipment reliability and worker safety, improve conditions for plant growth and development, increase canopy yields, and reduce maintenance costs.

In this installment, we finish our discussion of energy and elements used in atomic spectroscopy by examining an important analytical technique: inductively coupled plasma-mass spectroscopy (ICP-MS).

The field of cannabis horticulture is ever-evolving and offers many opportunities for innovation and experimentation. In this interview, Jessica Lubell-Brand, PhD, professor of horticulture at the University of Connecticut with the Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture provides insights into the findings of her laboratory’s recent studies of the “retipping” method of propagating cannabis. She also shares details on her current research with cannabis breeding techniques and how studies like these can benefit the future of cannabis growing.

Initial findings from a recent study suggested that cannabidiol (CBD) derivatives made naloxone treatment more effective, even against the opioid fentanyl.

A look at what epigenetics means, how other plant industries have used or studied them, and how that can be applied to cannabis to improve yields, plant genetics, and solve plant illness.