A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Neuroscience finds that cannabidiol (CBD) may play a significant role in slowing the early progression of Alzheimer’s disease. For the study, researchers at Loma Linda University examined how CBD influenced the molecular transition from cognitive decline to Alzheimer’s-like pathology in mice, focusing on brain and blood …
Category: Cannabis Studies
Peer-reviewed studies covering cannabis and cannabis compounds.
Study: Cannabis Polysaccharides Show Antioxidant and Anti-Aging Potential
A new scientific review highlights cannabis polysaccharides—long carbohydrate molecules found in the plant—as a promising area of research with potential applications in health and wellness. Researchers examined how these polysaccharides are extracted, their structural makeup, and the biological activities linked to them. The review, published by the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, found that cannabis …
Study: CBD Alters Gene Expression and Promotes Apoptosis in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Cells
A study published in Global Medical Genetics by researchers at the Stephan Angeloff Institute of Microbiology has found that cannabidiol (CBD) produces wide-ranging genetic and molecular effects in chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) cells, suggesting therapeutic potential for resistant cases of the disease. CML, a blood cancer characterized by the Philadelphia chromosome and the BCR-ABL1 fusion …
Study: Subcritical Water Extraction Offers Sustainable Alternative for Cannabinoid Recovery
A new study published in Global Medical Genetics by researchers at the University of Ljubljana has identified subcritical water extraction (SWE) as a promising and environmentally friendly method for obtaining hemp extracts rich in antioxidants. The research evaluated SWE alongside conventional and modern extraction techniques, including Soxhlet ethanol extraction, high-pressure ethanol extraction, and supercritical CO₂ …
Study: Chlorophyll Compounds Boost CBD Bioavailability and Therapeutic Effects
Researchers publishing in the International Journal of Pharmaceutics have found that chlorophyll derivatives, particularly pheophytins, play a significant role in boosting the effectiveness of cannabidiol (CBD). The study suggests that these natural compounds act as bioenhancers, improving the solubility, absorption, and therapeutic outcomes of CBD.
Study: Cannabis Use Linked to Lower Stress and Improved Sleep for Veterans With PTSD
Researchers from King’s College London, New York University, the University of Southern California, and the University of Washington have found that cannabis use can ease stress and improve sleep for U.S. military veterans living with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The study, published in the journal Psychology of Addictive Behaviors as well as published online by …
Study: CBD Nanoemulsion Shows Antitumor Potential in Canine Mammary Cancer Cells
According to researchers from Universidad de Chile, a cannabidiol (CBD) oil-in-water nanoemulsion shows promising antitumor effects in canine mammary carcinoma cell lines. The formulation, known as CBD-Nem, was created to overcome CBD’s poor solubility in water, which normally requires solvents like ethanol or dimethylsulfoxide that can restrict safe dosing. By incorporating CBD into nanoemulsions using …
Study Finds CBD Enhances Effectiveness of FGFR Inhibitors in Colorectal Cancer Treatment
A recent study has found that pairing cannabidiol (CBD) with fibroblast growth factor receptor (FGFR) inhibitors could provide a more effective therapy for treating colorectal cancer, which is one of the deadliest forms of cancers worldwide. The study was published in the peer-reviewed journal Nutrients, and was conducted by researchers at Korea University College of …
Study: Cannabis, Both High-CBD and High-THC, May Improve Metabolic Health in Obesity
In a study by researchers from Wake Forest University School of Medicine, the University of North Carolina, and the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, cannabis with both high CBD or high THC improved key markers of metabolic and immune health in an animal model of obesity. In the study, published in the American …
Study of 20 Countries Finds Medical Cannabis Legalization Associated With Reduction in Tobacco and Amphetamine Use
A new study covering 20 countries, published in the Journal of Cannabis Research and the U.S. National Library of Medicine, finds that medical cannabis legalization is associated with a large reduction in tobacco and amphetamine use. “Amidst the global shift toward cannabis legalization, this study examines medical cannabis (MC) sales as an indicator of economic …
