A study published in Molecules examined whether adding cannabis extract to polysaccharide-based films could better protect freeze-dried raspberries and blueberries during storage. The team produced several versions of the film with different extract levels, then evaluated how the extract changed the film’s physical performance and how well it preserved the fruit over time.
Category: Hemp Studies
Hemp studies covering hemp compounds, cultivation, industrial uses, environmental benefits, consumer products and potential health applications.
Study: Hemp Seed Extracts May Enhance Effectiveness of Antibiotics and Antifungal Medications
A study published by the journal Plants reports that extracts derived from hemp seeds may enhance the effectiveness of certain antibiotics and antifungal medications, with results varying significantly depending on both the hemp cultivar and the extraction method used. The research was conducted by scientists from Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy and focused on …
Bacteria From Hemp Seed Oil Shown to Combat Botrytis, Offering a New Biocontrol Tool for Cannabis Growers
According to a study published today by the Canadian Journal of Microbiology, naturally occurring bacteria found in hemp seed oil may offer an effective alternative to chemical fungicides for protecting cannabis plants from Botrytis cinerea. Researchers at McGill University examined seven bacterial strains isolated from hemp seed oil to determine whether they could suppress the …
Hemp Flour Significantly Boosts Bread’s Nutrition With Only Minor Effects on Flavor
Researchers at the University of Parma tested breads made with 10%, 15% and 25% hemp flour (a mix of Felina 32 and Futura 75) and found clear and significant nutritional gains with modest impacts on flavor. Compared to standard wheat loaves, hemp-fortified breads delivered more protein, more polyunsaturated fats—especially linolenic (omega-3) and linoleic (omega-6) acids—and …
Hemp Shows Strong Antiviral Activity Against Japanese Encephalitis Virus
A new laboratory investigation offers early evidence that compounds found in hemp may help block Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV), a dangerous mosquito-borne pathogen with limited treatment options. The research, published by Arch Virol and conducted by scientists from Chung-Ang University, The Catholic University of Korea, Kyungpook National University and Gyeongkuk National University, analyzed whether extracts …
Higher Light Intensity During Flowering Found to Boost CBD Production in Hemp
A new analysis of controlled-environment hemp cultivation reports that higher light intensity during flowering can substantially increase both biomass and cannabinoid output, offering growers clearer guidance on how to maximize CBD yields. The findings come from researchers in South Korea who examined how different LED levels affect plant development and the biochemical pathways responsible for …
Study: Hemp Seed Extract Reduces Obesity Markers Through AMPK Pathway
A study published in Food & Function finds that compounds extracted from hemp seeds may offer a natural way to combat obesity by targeting key metabolic pathways. Researchers from the University of Georgia, along with teams from several South Korean universities, examined the unsaponifiable matter derived from hemp seed (HUSM) and found it rich in …
Study Finds Hemp Roots Yield Novel Compounds With Cancer-Fighting Potential
A new study published in the Journal of Cannabis Research has revealed that hemp roots contain compounds with strong anti-cancer activity, expanding the plant’s potential beyond cannabinoids like CBD and THC. Researchers from the USDA, the U.S. Department of Energy, and the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria identified and isolated four neolignans from …
Study: Sustainable Hemp/Cotton Blended Yarn Successfully Produced for Knitwear Using Vortex Spinning
Researchers from the Bangladesh University of Textiles have successfully produced hemp/cotton blended yarns using the vortex spinning system, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional cotton textiles. The study focused on overcoming hemp’s natural limitations—its stiffness and coarseness—which typically reduce its spinnability. By blending hemp with cotton and using vortex spinning, the team was able to …
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