Cannabinoid

Cannabinoids are a group of terpenophenolic compounds present in Cannabis (''Cannabis sativa'') and occur naturally in the nervous and immune systems of animals.

What are Cannabinoids?

Cannabinoids are naturally occurring compounds found in the Cannabis sativa plant. Of over 480 different compounds present in the plant, only around 66 are termed cannabinoids.

Synthetic and Patented Cannabinoids

Pharmacology of Cannabinoid Receptors

The Immunological Effects of Cannabinoids

Crystal Structure of the Human Cannabinoid Receptor CB2

A Failed Cannabis Hair Test - How Topical Application Results in Cannabinoid Incorporation

Does CBD Oil Work for Arthritis Pain?

Latest Cannabinoid News and Research

Echinacea as a potential force against coronavirus infections

A new review identified clinical studies evaluating coronavirus infections in the context of Echinacea administration and assessed preventive and therapy advantages against COVID-19.

21 Jan 2022

Cannabidiol found to inhibit SARS-CoV-2 infection in human cells and mice

An interdisciplinary team of researchers from the University of Chicago has found evidence that cannabidiol (CBD), a product of the cannabis plant, can inhibit infection by SARS-CoV-2 in human cells and in mice.

21 Jan 2022

Hemp compounds show ability to prevent the entry of SARS-CoV-2 into cells

Hemp compounds identified by Oregon State University research via a chemical screening technique invented at OSU show the ability to prevent the virus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells.

11 Jan 2022

Inhaled CBD shrinks glioblastoma’s size in an animal model

Inhaled CBD shrinks the size of the highly aggressive, lethal brain tumor glioblastoma in an animal model by reducing the essential support of its microenvironment, researchers report.

24 Dec 2021

Cannabinoid medicines have enormous therapeutic potential but reliable studies still lacking

For more than twenty years now, international research into the endocannabinoid system in the human body has been seeking to understand the mode of action of cannabis and its constituents.

18 Dec 2021

Using cannabis alongside other drugs may lead to harmful drug-drug interactions

Using cannabis alongside other drugs may come with a significant risk of harmful drug-drug interactions, new research by scientists at Washington State University suggests.

13 Dec 2021

Study reveals link between recent cannabis use and extremes of nightly sleep duration

Recent cannabis use is linked to extremes of nightly sleep duration--less than 6 hours or more than 9 hours--reveals a study of a large representative sample of US adults, published online in the journal Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine.

7 Dec 2021

UQ strikes a deal with Canadian company to revolutionize the way patients take medical cannabis

The University of Queensland has struck a deal with Canadian health and wellness company PreveCeutical Medical which could revolutionize the way patients take medical cannabis.

18 Nov 2021

Study provides new insights into how cannabis extracts may work to treat epilepsy

Research from pharmacologists at the University of Sydney provides new insights into how cannabis extracts may work to treat epilepsy.

6 Oct 2021

'Spice' users likely to experience more severe withdrawal symptoms, study finds

Research published today by psychologists at the University of Bath suggests that 'Spice' – which contains synthetic drugs originally designed to mimic the effects of cannabis – is more harmful than cannabis and that users are likely to experience more severe withdrawal symptoms when attempting to quit.

18 Sep 2021

Discovery of new urinary biomarkers can boost the surveillance of synthetic drug abuse

A team of researchers from the National University of Singapore has come up with a new solution to boost the surveillance of designer drug abuse.

30 Aug 2021

Latin American and Caribbean research contributions to tackle challenges posed by brain diseases

Every year there are nearly ten million new cases of dementia globally, of which Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is the most common form, accounting for around 60-70% of cases.

2 Aug 2021

Research finds Cannabis terpenes as a promising new target for pain therapies

When it comes to the medicinal and therapeutic properties of Cannabis sativa, an unsolved mystery is whether there exists an "entourage effect," whereby the pain-relieving effects of the plant as a whole are greater than any of its individual parts.

14 Jul 2021

Purisys Adds ISO Certifications Confirming Its Commitment to Quality and Excellence

Purisys LLC, a leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) services, and pharmaceutical reference materials, today announced that it has obtained two additional global ISO certifications: ISO 17025 (Testing and Calibration Laboratories) and ISO 17034 (Reference Materials Producers).

From Purisys 9 Jul 2021

Prenatal THC and CBD exposure impairs offspring's ability to respond to fluoxetine

Scientists at Indiana University have found that significant amounts of the two main components of cannabis, THC and CBD, enter the embryonic brain of mice in utero and impair the mice's ability as adults to respond to fluoxetine, a drug commonly used to treat anxiety and depression and known by the brand name Prozac.

1 Jul 2021

Many people with fibromyalgia substitute CBD for opioids and pain medications, finds study

Fibromyalgia is one of many chronic pain conditions that remains stubbornly difficult to treat.

24 Jun 2021

Understanding the risks and benefits of cannabis use among young patients

In recent years, the use of medical cannabis to treat sick kids is on the rise, although questions remain about the benefits and safety of such treatments.

21 Jun 2021

Tiny capsules containing cannabinoids could help treat neurological disorders

A team of researchers led by Curtin University has discovered a new way to improve the absorption rate of medicinal cannabis when taken orally, which could potentially be used to treat neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis and traumatic brain injuries in the future.

21 Jun 2021

Streamline Cannabinoid Analyses with Restek’s New Neutrals Mix

Restek’s new cannabinoid 9-component mix streamlines cannabinoid analyses.

From Restek Corporation 3 Jun 2021

New peptides allow cannabis-derived drugs to fight pain in mice without side effects

An international team, led by researchers from Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) in Barcelona, Spain, David Andreu and Rafael Maldonado, has developed a peptides family that allows delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main component of Cannabis sativa, to fight pain in mice without side effects.

20 May 2021

Cannabinoid

Overview

Cannabinoid Receptors

Phytocannabinoids

Synthetic and Patented Cannabinoids

Feature Articles

Pharmacology of Cannabinoid Receptors

The Immunological Effects of Cannabinoids

Crystal Structure of the Human Cannabinoid Receptor CB2

A Failed Cannabis Hair Test - How Topical Application Results in Cannabinoid Incorporation

Does CBD Oil Work for Arthritis Pain?

Latest Cannabinoid News and Research

Echinacea as a potential force against coronavirus infections

Cannabidiol found to inhibit SARS-CoV-2 infection in human cells and mice

Hemp compounds show ability to prevent the entry of SARS-CoV-2 into cells

Inhaled CBD shrinks glioblastoma’s size in an animal model

Cannabinoid medicines have enormous therapeutic potential but reliable studies still lacking

Using cannabis alongside other drugs may lead to harmful drug-drug interactions

Study reveals link between recent cannabis use and extremes of nightly sleep duration

UQ strikes a deal with Canadian company to revolutionize the way patients take medical cannabis

Study provides new insights into how cannabis extracts may work to treat epilepsy

'Spice' users likely to experience more severe withdrawal symptoms, study finds

Discovery of new urinary biomarkers can boost the surveillance of synthetic drug abuse

Latin American and Caribbean research contributions to tackle challenges posed by brain diseases

Research finds Cannabis terpenes as a promising new target for pain therapies

Purisys Adds ISO Certifications Confirming Its Commitment to Quality and Excellence

Prenatal THC and CBD exposure impairs offspring's ability to respond to fluoxetine

Many people with fibromyalgia substitute CBD for opioids and pain medications, finds study

Understanding the risks and benefits of cannabis use among young patients

Tiny capsules containing cannabinoids could help treat neurological disorders

Streamline Cannabinoid Analyses with Restek’s New Neutrals Mix

New peptides allow cannabis-derived drugs to fight pain in mice without side effects

Novel gene therapy for diseased muscle fiber repair

PFAS found in high levels in anti-fogging sprays

Could heart rate be a risk factor for dementia?

Cannabinoid

Overview

Feature Articles

Pharmacology of Cannabinoid Receptors

The Immunological Effects of Cannabinoids

Crystal Structure of the Human Cannabinoid Receptor CB2

A Failed Cannabis Hair Test - How Topical Application Results in Cannabinoid Incorporation

Does CBD Oil Work for Arthritis Pain?

Latest Cannabinoid News and Research

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