Cannabis Research

U.S. Congressman Larry Bucshon (R-IN) says marijuana should be rescheduled under federal law to free up research that could inform the development of a regulatory framework for cannabis products. While he opposes legalization, Bucshon acknowledges the need to address THC products nationally...

In an exclusive interview with Benzinga, Dr. Shane Johnson, MD, senior vice president and general manager of BayMedica, sheds light on the company's innovative approach to cannabinoid production. With a background in cannabis and cannabinoid science, and credentials from Stanford University...

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is taking a significant step forward in advancing cannabis research by establishing a Resource Center for Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research. The center will serve as a central hub for researchers to access resources, guidance and support to...

An artificial intelligence model can detect if someone has recently used cannabis, according to scientists who say this could help quickly assess if someone is dangerously intoxicated and may need medical care. Experts concur that urine, saliva and hair strand tests can ascertain if someone has...

A new House bill, Higher Education Marijuana Research Act, will provide $150 million for cannabis research funding to be earmarked for universities over five years, allowing them to utilize cannabis via partnerships with state regulatory agencies and law enforcement, reported ...

Canopy Growth Corp (NYSE: CGC) said Friday it reached an agreement to acquire Beckley Canopy Therapeutics, a global cannabinoid-based medical research company. What Happened Beckley Canopy was created in early 2018 as part of a joint venture between Beckley Research & Innovation to better study...