Marijuana legalization does not correlate with an increase in employees using cannabis before or during work, according to a briefing paper from the Institute for Work & Health (IWH), a non-profit research organization. The study examined workers’ attitudes and behaviors in Canada following the legalization of adult-use marijuana in 2018. Researchers found no change in …
Category: Cannabis Studies
Peer-reviewed studies covering cannabis and cannabis compounds.
Study: Cannabichromene (CBC) May Help Treat Atopic Dermatitis
Cannabichromene (CBC), a lesser-known cannabinoid found in marijuana, may offer therapeutic benefits for inflammatory skin conditions like atopic dermatitis (AD), according to new research published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences. The study, conducted by researchers at The Catholic University of Korea, investigated CBC’s impact on AD using a 2,4-Dinitrochlorobenzene (DNCB)-induced BALB/c mouse model. …
Cannabinol (CBN) and Cannbigerol (CBG) Show Promise in Fighting Leukemia, Study Finds
A study published in the journal Molecules highlights the potential of two cannabis-derived compounds, cannabinol (CBN) and cannabigerol (CBG), in combating acute myeloid leukemia. “Several cannabis plant-derived compounds, especially cannabinoids, exhibit therapeutic potential in numerous diseases and conditions”, states the study’s abstract. “In particular, THC and CBD impart palliative, antiemetic, as well as anticancer effects. …
Study: Kratom Relative Mitragyna Parvifolia Shows Promise as a Multi-Action Treatment for Lymphatic Filariasis
Mitragyna parvifolia leaves may serve as a therapeutic agent for lymphatic filariasis, according to a new study conducted by researchers from Madurai Kamaraj University and the Central University of Tamil Nadu in India. The study, published in the Journal of Parasitic Diseases, highlights the plant’s diverse bioactivity and underscores its potential for further research as …
Clinical Trial Finds CBD Vaporization Doesn’t Negatively Impact Driving Performance and Vision
A study published in the journal Addiction by researchers from the University of Granada in Spain shows that vaporized cannabidiol (CBD) has little to no effect on visual function and driving performance. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover experiment assessed whether CBD impacts the ability to drive safely. The study involved 30 participants with an average …
Kratom (Mitragyna Speciosa) Shows Potential in Treating Alzheimer’s Disease, Study Finds
A new study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences investigates the potential of Mitragyna speciosa (commonly known as kratom) in addressing Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a neurodegenerative condition with limited treatment options. The research, conducted by teams from Walailak University in Thailand, the University of Kentucky, and the University of Chittagong in Bangladesh, employed …
Study: Early Psilocybin Intervention May Reduce Stress-Related Behavioral and Cognitive Deficits
Researchers from the University of Alberta and Western Canada High School have conducted a study exploring the therapeutic potential of psilocybin in mitigating behavioral despair and cognitive impairments caused by chronic stress. Published in the peer reviewed journal Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry, the research focuses on the interaction between the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis …
A Single-Dose of Psilocybin Could Help Treat Severe Treatment-Resistant Depression, Finds Study.
A single dose of psilocybin may offer relief for patients with severe treatment-resistant depression, according to an open-label study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry. The research, conducted by teams from Columbia University, Stanford University School of Medicine, and the University of Maryland, aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of psilocybin in individuals …
Clinical Trial: Psilocybin Promotes Lasting Positive Personality Changes in Patients With Alcohol Use Disorder
According to the results of a new clinical trial, psilocybin holds promise as a tool for reshaping personality traits in people battling alcohol addiction. Researchers from New York University, the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and Arizona State University conducted a randomized controlled trial to explore the effects …
Study: UV Light Intensity and Spectrum Influence Cannabis Growth and Terpene Profiles
A study published in the journal Frontiers in Plant Science by researchers from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin examines how different UV spectra and intensities impact cannabis growth, yield, and secondary metabolite composition. The study tested three UV light spectra at five intensity levels, analyzing their effects on photomorphogenesis, inflorescence yield, and the chemical profile of cannabis. While …
