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Australian researchers are reporting the initial results from the world’s first placebo-controlled clinical trial testing the efficacy of medicinal cannabis in treating chronic insomnia. The results reveal statistically significant, and dose responsive… Continue reading Positive data from 1st clinical trial into cannabis for chronic insomnia
Even though driving while high can be just as dangerous as driving drunk, there’s currently still little in the way of devices that can be used for roadside cannabis-use checks. That could be about to change, though, thanks to research being conducted … Continue reading Roadside saliva test could detect cannabis use
A new study has tracked the potency of cannabis products across a number of American states, finding the majority of medical marijuana is stronger than it needs to be for pain relief purposes. The research suggests higher THC levels are unnecessary for… Continue reading Medical marijuana is stronger than it needs to be, study suggests
In one of the biggest studies of its kind to date, researchers have found no evidence to suggest the legalization of marijuana results in an increase in youth use. In fact, the study points to a strange potential decrease in teen marijuana us… Continue reading Large US study suggests teen marijuana use dropped following recreational legalization
A new study has revealed cannabis residue with high levels of THC in ancient funerary incense burners found in western China. The discovery is the earliest evidence of marijuana being burned for its psychoactive properties, as the THC levels … Continue reading Ancient marijuana use uncovered in 2,500-year-old tomb
Despite being recreationally legal in 10 states, cannabis businesses have to come up with creative ways to accept payment other than cash. Continue reading For Some Legal Weed Businesses, Cryptocurrency Actually Makes Sense
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 is a breath of fresh air for hemp farmers and may pave the way for the rescheduling of CBD. Continue reading The US Just Legalized Hemp, Which Is a Key Source of CBD
Mice injected with a THC-like compound found in liverworts acted as if they were stoned—lazing around more, not moving for long periods of time, and feeling less pain. Continue reading As Canada Legalizes Weed, Switzerland Wants to Get High on Moss
Legal cannabis means more people will be able to access science-based information instead of relying on anecdotes from their local dealer. Continue reading Canadian Researchers Are Stoked About Access to Legal Weed
Recreational cannabis use is legal in Canada starting today, so here’s some trippy science to celebrate with. Continue reading Start Rolling Your Blunts: The Best Science Stories to Read When You’re High