Science

A New Era for Cannabis Breeding In a groundbreaking study that may reshape cannabis cultivation, researchers from Université Laval in Québec, Canada, have identified 33 genetic markers that directly influence …

A new study reveals how our DNA controls the body’s cannabinoid system — paving the way for personalized medicine Cannabis doesn’t work the same for everyone. Some people feel calm …

How Americans Use Cannabis Varies by Gender and Age, Federal Data Shows A growing number of Americans are embracing marijuana in different forms—but how they use it seems to vary …

Researchers discover how twilight-toned lighting can grow more potent pot while saving energy. A team of Australian researchers has discovered that giving medicinal cannabis plants a dose of twilight-colored light …

Cannabidiol Shows Promise as a Powerful Ally Against Alzheimer’s Disease Cannabidiol (CBD)—the non-psychoactive compound found in the cannabis plant—is showing remarkable potential as a new weapon in the fight against …

Marsh Warblers are thriving in German cannabis fields — raising hope for the species’ future in an era of agricultural change. A quiet conservation surprise is unfolding in the fields …

New research from Switzerland’s pioneering cannabis pilot shows a decline in problematic use—especially among polydrug users—suggesting legal access may ease mental strain. A First-of-Its-Kind Legal Cannabis Trial Conducted by a …

New Study Reveals Complex Impact of Legal Cannabis on Workers’ Compensation Legalizing recreational marijuana may have a surprising upside in the workplace. A new nationwide study from the Workers Compensation …

New Insights from a Federally Funded Human Study In a landmark study funded by the U.S. National Institutes of Health, researchers have found that cannabis consumption can significantly reduce alcohol …