Articles tagged with "research"

A global hemp research lab, a nascent national review board for hemp varieties, and a handful of seed certification programs are working to standardize US hemp for a world market.

The number of medical marijuana cardholders more than tripled in the last five years, as more states jumped on the bandwagon. Meanwhile, barriers to research are finally falling.

Dr. Ethan Russo, a prominent cannabis researcher, weighs in on his theory of endocannabinoid deficiency—or the idea that many common illnesses might be caused by an unbalanced endocannabinoid system.

A Colorado study finds that nearly half of all seniors enjoyed legal cannabis last year: some medically, some recreationally, some for both.

Why? Younger adult workers might be using less alcohol, opioids in medical cannabis states.

Through the Canadian Institute of Health Research, Bill Blair announced federal funding intentions that focus on research and education.

The findings suggest a role for CBD “in helping to break the cycle of addiction,” researchers at New York’s Mount Sinai Hospital said.

Cannabis can aid people with less well-known—but not uncommon—conditions, ones that often come with a life-long sentence. We call ourselves “spoonies.”

US police spend five hours per week, per officer—$13.7 billion each year—on marijuana crimes.

Most research finds cannabis stores lead to improvements in public safety, health, and property values. So why are towns still banning them?