Andrea Sparr-JaswaMore from Andrea Sparr-JaswaInternationalSuper Drugs for Superbugs: How Cannabinoid Science Links CBG to MRSA TreatmentFor nearly 40 years, the antimicrobial effects of cannabis-sourced compounds have been known to researchers. A new study sheds light on the particularly potent efficacy of an up-and-coming cannabinoid, CBG.January 24, 2020Industry HeadlinesCannabis Flavonoid Derivative May Offer Hope for Pancreatic Cancer PatientsRecent research has demonstrated the therapeutic potential of a flavonoid found in cannabis in the treatment of invasive pancreatic cancer, and clinical trials using a derivative of this flavonoid are set to start in spring.January 21, 2020Adult-Use Legalization BillCongressional Committee Hearing Navigates the Catch-22 of Cannabis ResearchThe far-reaching committee hearing was convened to discuss six cannabis reform proposals currently undergoing congressional consideration.January 17, 2020InternationalNewly Discovered Natural Cannabinoid THCP Offers Greater Potency Than THCRecently published work from an Italian research team describes how THCP may help scientists understand why some cannabis chemovars are more potent than others.January 10, 2020InternationalNew Research: Study Raises Red Flag for Cannabis Consumers with Heart DiseaseResearch is scarce when it comes to cannabis and cardiovascular concerns, but a new study from the UK suggests caution for consumers with pre-existing heart disease.December 19, 2019DispensaryFour Considerations for Exit PackagingPackaging decisions affect short-term and long-term costs, as well as reliability.December 9, 2019Legislation and RegulationNevada Testing Lab Cries Foul After License Suspension by State RegulatorsState regulators have suspended the license of Certified Ag Labs in Sparks, NV after finding evidence that the cannabis testing facility was pushing potencies. But the company isn’t taking the state’s accusation of deceit lying down.December 4, 2019HempHeartburn and the Holidays: How Can Cannabis Help?Home is where the heartburn is, but endocannabinoid research may offer some relief.November 27, 2019InternationalHope for Veterans Fighting PTSD: A New Study on Cannabis from CanadaMany suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder have sought out cannabis therapy as a safe and effective treatment for debilitating symptoms. A new analytical review of Canadian patient data suggests there is some evidence for its efficacy.November 11, 2019Legislation and RegulationSenate Committee Hearing Emphasizes the Need for Policy Change to Increase Cannabis Research AccessThis week, Senators Feinstein and Cornyn convened a panel of leading health experts to uncover the health impact of cannabis on consumers. Instead, they were hit with the realization that the only way to determine those impacts is through increased research access.October 25, 2019Previous PagePage 2 of 3Next Page
