A new analysis published in the journal Hypertension found no association between cumulative, long-term marijuana use and the risk of developing hypertension, even after 35 years of follow-up. The work draws on the CARDIA cohort (Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults) and was conducted by a team from UC San Diego, Wake Forest University …
Category: Cannabis Studies
Peer-reviewed studies covering cannabis and cannabis compounds.
Study: Inhalable CBD-Vancomycin Blend Rapidly Kills MRSA in Lab Tests With Sustained Effects
Researchers from the University of Sydney have developed inhalable powders combining cannabidiol (CBD) and vancomycin that demonstrated strong, sustained bactericidal activity against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in laboratory tests. Published in the International Journal of Pharmaceutics, the study found that pairing the two drugs eliminated three clinical MRSA strains more effectively than either treatment alone. …
Study: Trichoderma hamatum Treatment Improves Drought Tolerance and Boosts Cannabinoid Production in Hemp
A new peer-reviewed study published in Current Plant Biology finds that Trichoderma hamatum, a beneficial soil fungus, can significantly reduce the harmful effects of drought stress in hemp while simultaneously increasing cannabinoid production. The research was conducted by scientists from the National Academy of Agricultural Science, Kangwon National University, and Colorado State University. Hemp plants …
Study: Hydrogel Combining CBD and FGF21 Promotes Spinal Cord Injury Repair Through Inflammation Modulation and Neural Recovery
A team of researchers in China have developed a novel hydrogel combining CBD and fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) to enhance spinal cord injury recovery, according to a study published in Biomaterials. The injectable hydrogel, referred to as C/F/Gel, uses PF127 and α-cyclodextrin (α-CD) to deliver both CBD micelles (CBDm) and FGF21 in a sustained …
Study: Psilocybin Therapy Improves Quality of Life in Low-Income Patients With Depression
A new study out of Oregon found that group psilocybin therapy led to significant improvements in quality of life for low-income individuals suffering from depression. The study, first reported by KLCC, involved 19 participants who each took part in two group psilocybin sessions. All participants were in stable housing and receiving therapy, with no personal …
Study: Enhanced CBD Formulations Deliver Up to 5.7 Times Greater Absorption Compared to Standard Capsule
Two newly developed CBD products significantly outperformed a standard isolate capsule in terms of absorption and overall bioavailability, according to a new clinical trial published in the Journal of Cannabis Research. The study compared a bioavailability-enhanced CBD capsule and liquid formulation—both using surfactant/acid technology—to an unformulated CBD isolate capsule in 12 healthy male volunteers. Each …
Study: CBD Reduces Parkinson’s Treatment Side Effect Without Hindering Motor Benefits
A new study finds that cannabidiol (CBD) may offer relief from a common and challenging side effect of Parkinson’s treatment without reducing the therapy’s motor benefits. Published in Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry, the study investigated the effects of CBD and a fluorinated CBD derivative (PECS-101) on L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia (LID)—a frequent complication of prolonged …
Study: Cannabidiol (CBD) Inhibits Metastasis in Pancreatic Cancer by Targeting MALAT1 and EMT Pathways
New research shows that CBD may suppress metastasis in pancreatic cancer by disrupting molecular drivers of tumor cell invasion. A study published in IUBMB Life and conducted by researchers at Kyung Hee University has found that cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive compound derived from marijuana, may inhibit the spread of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) by targeting …
Study: Cannabis Use in Older Adults Linked to “Younger Brain” Network Patterns and Better Cognitive Performance
A study analyzing data from over 25,000 adults finds that cannabis use in older individuals may be associated with cognitive benefits and brain network activity resembling that of younger people. Conducted using data from the UK Biobank and published on Research Square, the study explored how cannabis consumption intersects with age-related brain changes. Researchers examined …
Study: Chronic Marijuana Users Display Comparable, Sometimes Better, Decision-Making Than Non-Users
A new study published by the journal Psychological Research challenges long-held assumptions about chronic marijuana users and impulsive behavior, suggesting that habitual cannabis use may not significantly impair decision-making. Researchers from the University of Texas and Washington State University compared chronic cannabis users to non-users in a series of cognitive and physical tasks. In one …
