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Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:18
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Cannabis use frequency, route of administration, and co-use with alcohol among older adults in Washington state
The US national surveys and data from legal adult use cannabis states show increases in the prevalence of cannabis use among older adults, though little is known about their manner of cannabis consumption. Her...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:17 -
Predictors of cannabis and tobacco co-use in youth: exploring the mediating role of age at first use in the population assessment of tobacco health (PATH) study
Adolescents often use substances such as tobacco and cannabis. Co-use of these substances can lead to physical, mental, and psychosocial difficulties beyond that which would be anticipated by simple additivity...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:16 -
Comparing medical cannabis use in 5 US states: a retrospective database study
US states have been adopting their own medical cannabis laws since 1996. There is substantial variability in the medical cannabis programs between states, and these differences have not been thoroughly investi...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:15 -
MicroED and cannabinoid research
MicroED has recently emerged as a convenient and powerful tool for the unequivocal structure determination of small molecules and it could likely be used in cannabinoid research as well.
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:14 -
What are the informational pathways that shape peopleās use of cannabidiol for medical purposes?
Cannabidiol (CBD) is commonly used to manage symptoms in conditions and diseases for which there is limited clinical research for its application. How consumers arrive and decide to use CBD for medical treatme...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:13 -
Are researchers getting the terms used to denote different types of recreational cannabis right?āa user perspective
While current cannabis research has advanced our understanding into the effects of its individual components, there is a pressing need to identify simple terminology that is understood in the same way by resea...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:12 -
Cannabidiol oxidation product HU-331 is a potential anticancer cannabinoid-quinone: a narrative review
Cannabidiol and related cannabinoids are under exploration for the treatment of a number of disease states. The cannabinoid-quinone HU-331 has been studied as a potential anticancer therapeutic. Previous studi...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:11 -
Involvement of the endocannabinoid system in the inhibition of Sindbis virus replication: a preliminary study
Sindbis virus (Alphaviridae) is a plus-strand RNA virus that is dependent on the host cell for replication. Cannabinoid (CB) receptors are found on most human cells, including virally infected cells. Activatio...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:10 -
Industrial hemp as an agricultural crop in Ghana
Cannabis is one of humanityās oldest crops with several uses, from food to clothing and medicine. It remains one of the most controversial crops whose production, possession, and usage are regulated differentl...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:9 -
A narrative review of the ethnomedicinal usage of Cannabis sativa Linnaeus as traditional phytomedicine by folk medicine practitioners of Bangladesh
There is a worldwide interest in the use of Cannabis sativa for biomedicine purposes. Cannabis has ethnomedicinal usage as a natural medicine in Bangladesh and cultivated during the British Empire period for reve...
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The biosynthesis of the cannabinoids
Cannabis has been integral to Eurasian civilization for millennia, but a century of prohibition has limited investigation. With spreading legalization, science is pivoting to study the pharmacopeia of the cann...
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The frequency distribution of reported THC concentrations of legal cannabis flower products increases discontinuously around the 20% THC threshold in Nevada and Washington state
Cannabis laboratory testing reliability is a scientific and policy challenge in US states with legal cannabis. Greater reported THC concentration yields higher prices, and media reports describe a well-known c...
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Reasons for cannabidiol use: a cross-sectional study of CBD users, focusing on self-perceived stress, anxiety, and sleep problems
Public and medical interest in cannabidiol (CBD) has been rising, and CBD is now available from various sources. Research into the effects of low-dose CBD on outcomes like stress, anxiety, and sleep problems h...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:5 -
Medical cannabis for the treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome: a retrospective, open-label case series
The use of cannabis for treating fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) has not been comprehensively investigated. Thus, we have assessed the efficacy and adverse events (AEs) of short- and long-term medical cannabis (MC...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:4 -
Cannabis use is not associated with increased balance disturbances in HIV-infected individuals
The association between long-term cannabis use and balance disturbances has not been investigated in people living with HIV (PWH). We hypothesized that long-term cannabis use in PWH might be associated with mo...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:3 -
Communication between healthcare providers and medical cannabis patients regarding referral and medication substitution
People report using cannabis as a substitute for prescription medications but may be doing so without the knowledge of their primary health care providers (PCPs). This lack of integration creates serious conce...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:2 -
Trends in intellectual property rights protection for medical cannabis and related products
The purpose of this review is to advance the field of applied cannabis research by providing insights into the patenting of medical cannabis and current intellectual property rights (IPR) data.
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2021 3:1 -
E-cigarette or vaping product useāassociated lung injury and state-level cannabis policies
Multiple cases of e-cigarette or vaping product useāassociated lung injury (EVALI) have been reported in the USA, which have been attributed to informally obtained cannabis oil vaping devices. This report esti...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:45 -
Changes in cannabis use according to socioeconomic status among Finnish adolescents from 2000 to 2015
Despite reduced sanctions and more permissive attitudes toward cannabis use in the USA and Europe, the prevalences of adolescent cannabis use have remained rather stable in the twenty-first century. However, w...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:44 -
Feline cognitive dysfunction as a model for Alzheimerās disease in the research of CBD as a potential treatmentāa narrative review
With the improvement in modern medicine, the worldās human and feline (Felis catus, the domestic cat) population is aging. As the population grows older, there is an increase of age-related diseases, such as Alzh...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:43 -
Comparison of cannabidiol to citalopram in targeting fear memory in female mice
Cannabidiol (CBD) and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are currently used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, these drugs are commonly studied after dosing just prior to ext...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:48 -
Regulatory sampling of industrial hemp plant samples (Cannabis sativa L.) using UPLC-MS/MS method for detection and quantification of twelve cannabinoids
In 2018, the Farm Bill mandated the United States Department of Agriculture to develop regulations governing the cultivation, processing, and marketing of industrial hemp. Industrial hemp is defined as Cannabis s...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:42 -
The effectiveness of inhaled Cannabis flower for the treatment of agitation/irritability, anxiety, and common stress
An observational research design was used to evaluate which types of commonly labeled Cannabis flower product characteristics are associated with changes in momentary feelings of distress-related symptoms.
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:47 -
A qualitative review of cannabis stigmas at the twilight of prohibition
As laws change and cannabis use increases, it is worthwhile to take a rich account of cannabis stigmas in society, and this review identifies a disjunction between quantitative investigations on cannabis users...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:46 -
Accounting and the US cannabis industry: federal financial regulations and the perspectives of Certified Public Accountants and cannabis businesses owners
Cannabis-related businesses (CRBs), in states where cannabis is legal, may be unable to obtain professional financial services including banking, insurance, and accounting because of federal laws and regulatio...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:41 -
Publisher Correction to: Motivations and expectations for using cannabis products to treat pain in humans and dogs: a mixed methods study
An amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via the original article.
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:40 -
Substance use during pregnancy: impact on Colorado community hospital
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) leads to increased length of stay (LOS), which leads to increased healthcare costs, and can cause financial burdens for hospitals. The purpose of the study was to determine t...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:39 -
Frequency of cannabis use and alcohol-associated adverse effects in a representative sample of U.S. adolescents and youth (2002ā2014) a cross-sectional study
While the link between frequent cannabis use and alcohol use disorders is well documented, it is not clear whether alcohol drinkers who use cannabis less frequently are also vulnerable to alcohol use disorders...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:38 -
Cannabis sativa extracts protect LDL from Cu2+-mediated oxidation
Multiple therapeutic properties have been attributed to Cannabis sativa. However, further research is required to unveil the medicinal potential of Cannabis and the relationship between biological activity and ch...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:37 -
Motivations and expectations for using cannabis products to treat pain in humans and dogs: a mixed methods study
Social media and academic literature suggest that more people are using cannabis to treat their own or their dogās chronic pain. This study identifies the reasons people use cannabis products to treat their ow...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:36 -
Methods for quantification of cannabinoids: a narrative review
Around 144 cannabinoids have been identified in cannabis plant, among them tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) are the most prominent ones. Because of the legal restrictions on cannabis in many co...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:35 -
Chronic cannabis consumption and physical exercise performance in healthy adults: a systematic review
The effects of chronic cannabis consumption on physiological parameters of athletic performance are investigated to determine whether chronic cannabis consumption negatively affects athletic performance; impro...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:34 -
Perspectives on formation of medical cannabis market in Ukraine based on holistic approach
Nowadays, medical cannabis still remains inaccesible for patients in the former Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR). Even registered medicinal products based on herbal or synthetic cannabinoids, like Sa...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:33 -
Medical cannabis use in the United States: a retrospective database study
Growing interest in the medicinal properties of cannabis has led to an increase in its use to treat medical conditions, and the establishment of state-specific medical cannabis programs. Despite medical cannab...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:32 -
Public interest in Cannabis during election season: a Google Trends analysis
Given that 72% of internet users seek out health information using an internet search engine (Google being the most popular); we sought to investigate the public internet search interest in cannabis as a healt...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:31 -
Cannabis as entheogen: survey and interview data on the spiritual use of cannabis
While cannabis has a long history of spiritual use, its normalization in Western societies during the last decades has led to more recreational use. This study aimed to explore the characteristics of spiritual...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:30 -
A content analysis of internet information sources on medical cannabis
Medical cannabis users report that their knowledge regarding cannabis is predominantly from their own personal experiences and the Internet.
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:29 -
Acute effects of naturalistic THC vs. CBD use on recognition memory: a preliminary study
The ratio of ā9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) to cannabidiol (CBD) varies widely across cannabis strains. CBD has opposite effects to THC on a variety of cognitive functions, including acute THC-induced memory im...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:28 -
The preservation and augmentation of volatile terpenes in cannabis inflorescence
Terpenes contribute to the pharmacology, efficacy, aroma, and flavor of cannabis inflorescence, improving the experience for medical and recreational users. Terpenes are inherently volatile, resulting in the l...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:27 -
A single nucleotide polymorphism assay sheds light on the extent and distribution of genetic diversity, population structure and functional basis of key traits in cultivated north American cannabis
The taxonomic classification of Cannabis genus has been delineated through three main types: sativa (tall and less branched plant with long and narrow leaves), indica (short and highly branched plant with broader...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:26 -
Minnesota wild hemp: a crucial botanical source in early cannabinoid discovery
Renewed and sustained Cannabis chemistry exploration was initiated by Roger Adams at the University of Illinois Chemistry Department with cooperation from the Treasury Department Narcotics Laboratory in the early...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:25 -
Pharmacogenetic-guided cannabis usage in the community pharmacy: evaluation of a pilot program
Pharmacists possess a skillset suited to provide evidence-based guidance to current and potential users of cannabis. Clinical pharmacogenomics research has made significant progress in defining which genetic v...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:24 -
The interaction between the endocannabinoid system and the renin angiotensin system and its potential implication for COVID-19 infection
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is spreading fast all around the world with more than fourteen millions of detected infected cases and more than 600.000 deaths by 20th July 2020. While scientist are workin...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:23 -
Government-mandated warnings on cannabis legally sold for recreational use
Frequent cannabis use can pose risks to health and safety. Multiple governments have legalized the sale of cannabis for recreational use and mandated health and safety warnings for recreational cannabis packag...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:22 -
Relationship among subjective responses, flavor, and chemical composition across more than 800 commercial cannabis varieties
Widespread commercialization of cannabis has led to the introduction of brand names based on usersā subjective experience of psychological effects and flavors, but this process has occurred in the absence of a...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:21 -
Cannabinoids infused mouthwash products are as effective as chlorhexidine on inhibition of total-culturable bacterial content in dental plaque samples
Dental plaque is a global health problem affecting people of various age groups. Cannabinoids are gaining enormous research attention due to its beneficial properties for various applications. A preliminary ob...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:20 -
Cannabinoids for fibromyalgia pain: a critical review of recent studies (2015ā2019)
Fibromyalgia is a chronic health condition characterized by widespread, severe musculoskeletal pain that affects an estimated 5ā7% of the global population. Due to the highly comorbid nature of fibromyalgia, p...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:19 -
Attitudes about cannabis mediate the relationship between cannabis knowledge and use in active adult athletes
Little is known about how cannabis knowledge and attitudes impact cannabis use behavior.
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:18 -
A pharmacological characterization of Cannabis sativa chemovar extracts
Cannabis contains Ī9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Ī9-THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) as the primary constituents responsible for pharmacological activity. However, there are numerous additional chemically-related structures ...
Citation: Journal of Cannabis Research 2020 2:17
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