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The effects of THC and CBD do not differ between adults and adolescents
Researchers from University College London (UCL) found no difference in the effects of THC and CBD on regular cannabis users of different ages.
The observational...
Understanding solvent extraction in medical cannabis production
Pure5 Extraction guide us through the solvent extraction process used in the production of medicinal cannabis.
In order to understand the production of concentrates, one...
Getting started with cultivating cannabis in European markets
In this special report, Fluence delve into the important role of lighting in cultivating cannabis for future cannabis growers.
The pro-cannabis laws sweeping across many...
CBD content has no bearing on cannabis safety
The CBD content of cannabis has no effect on the drug’s safety, according to researchers from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at...
Cannabis users should be considered as heart transplant donors
Researchers from Indiana University School of Medicine have suggested that scientists should expand and re-contextualise their understanding of the role of cannabis users in...
Navigating medical cannabis in Europe
Lorna Rothery spoke to Rainer Krüger from the recently formed European Cannabis Association about how the organisation is supporting the development of a stable...
How medical cannabis could be used to alleviate the opioid addiction crisis
A new study has found that medical cannabis could be used as an alternative to opioids for managing pain amid an opioid addiction crisis....
Use of cannabis during pregnancy likely to harm children
Children of mothers who used cannabis during pregnancy are more likely to show elevated rates of symptoms of psychopathology, such as depression and anxiety.
According...
Vaping cannabis products may expose you to deadly chemicals
New evidence from a Portland State University study suggests that vaping cannabis products could expose you to a deadly chemical known as Ketene.
The Portland...
Cannabis addiction risk is three times higher for adolescent users
A collaborative study between University College London (UCL) and King’s College London has discovered that adolescents are over three times more likely to develop...
US states with legal cannabis have higher underage recreational use
An investigation performed by the University of California San Diego has discovered that underage recreational cannabis use is more prevalent in US states with...
Black market cannabis sales remain high despite legalisation
Research from the University of Waterloo has identified that despite being legalised in various parts of North America, black market cannabis sales are still...
More adolescents are vaping cannabis than ever before
Vaping cannabis in adolescents is quickly becoming the most popular method of cannabis intake in the United States.
New research at Columbia University Mailman School...
Scientists demonstrate the safety of utilising CBD and THC with opioids
A research team from the University of Texas has demonstrated that the safe use of CBD and THC with opioids is possible.
What has this...
E-cigarettes may act as a “gateway drug” for cannabis use
A new study performed by researchers at Georgia State suggests that e-cigarettes are potentially a "gateway drug" for using cannabis, although this is significantly...
Pure5: What is the natural colour of cannabis plant oil?
What exactly makes cannabis plant oil natural? Cannabis extraction experts, Pure5 delve into the way cannabinoids naturally produce their colours.
Over the past few...
Study reveals dangers of driving after smoking cannabis
A comprehensive, two-year randomised trial has unveiled the effects of driving after smoking cannabis, illustrating the risks of getting behind the wheel under the...
Cannabinol found to protect against neurodegenerative diseases
Groundbreaking research has found that cannabinol (CBN), one of the less famous compounds of cannabis, may potentially aid in preventing and treating age-related neurodegenerative...
The world’s first carbon-negative medical cannabis cultivation facility
The UK medical cannabis industry is set to become greener than ever, with the development of the world's first carbon-negative cannabis cultivation facility.
Glass Pharms...
Fluence announce partnership with White Lion Holdings to revolutionise South African cannabis industry
Fluence by OSRAM (Fluence), a leading global provider of energy-efficient LED lighting solutions for commercial cannabis and food production, has announced a partnership with...