We are honestly lost for words right now. If you knew of Dr. Lester Grinspoon, regardless, of it was personally or not, you would understand the loss we all feel as a community. He was a man of true integrity and when it came to the topic of cannabis, he was not one to back down. For he knew the truth and he would not be silenced.Rest in Peace, Dr. Lester Grinspoon-Dabbin' … [Read more...] about Mourning the loss of Dr. Lester Grinspoon
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Michigan exceed $1.6 million in 8 days of sales
Come on Connecticut, let's get with the program. We all need to stop looking at cannabis as a harmful deadly substance. It is a plant that has 10,000 years of documented historical human use. We live in a day and age, where we like to believe we are enlightened, yet people do not attempt to educate themselves on the topic without preconceived notions. Change is happening all … [Read more...] about Michigan exceed $1.6 million in 8 days of sales
DEA to Draft Rules for Reviewing Marijuana Research Applications
If only the DEA process would move quicker, then maybe we could use the plant as intended. Medicine for all. It's high time we all demand cannabis be removed as a controlled substance. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced on Aug. 26, 2019, that it is taking steps to expand the number of federally authorized marijuana manufacturers for research purposes. In … [Read more...] about DEA to Draft Rules for Reviewing Marijuana Research Applications
$9 Million Donation Given to Harvard and MIT to Promote Cannabis Research
An alumnus of Harvard and MIT has made a donation to promote cannabis research at both schools. In an announcement Tuesday , Charles R. Broderick said he is donating $9 million—split evenly between the two institutions—in support of research into how marijuana affects the brain and behavior. It is, according to the schools, “the largest donation to date to support independent … [Read more...] about $9 Million Donation Given to Harvard and MIT to Promote Cannabis Research
Colorado Researchers Seeking Volunteers to Get High and Drive
Buckle up buttercup!!! Time to set the record straight on the "impairment factor" of THC consumption and its effects on driving. This is not the first study to attempt to research this type of policing standard. Current drug testing methods to detect THC do not prove impairment, as they test for metabolized forms of THC and not the molecule directly. Let's see what … [Read more...] about Colorado Researchers Seeking Volunteers to Get High and Drive
Is More Research Truly Needed?
We have all heard politicians, time after time again, claiming they need more research before they could even entertain the idea of changing their stance on adult-use of cannabis. Why is it that we need to spend so much time debating something we all know was based on false accusations, claims and flat out lies from a time when it was "OK" for leadership to make racist … [Read more...] about Is More Research Truly Needed?
Russia May Authorize Cannabis Imports for Scientific Research
ImRussia may be en route to more scientific studies on marijuana. Last week, Russia’s health ministry proposed a bill that would raise the amount of cannabis that’s legal to import into the country— for the study of the plant’s “addiction-causing capacities,” RT.com reports . The proposed legislation would make [...] You can view the whole article at this link Russia May … [Read more...] about Russia May Authorize Cannabis Imports for Scientific Research
Weekend News Update
Weekend News Update There were some interesting stories that came out the last few days. Did you know US cannabis related companies are looking north for investment opportunities since the federal government is dragging their feet on this new industry opportunity. It looks as Canada is willing to fill the gap. Banned from Wall Street, US cannabis … [Read more...] about Weekend News Update
The 6 Most Advanced Countries For Marijuana Research
We can only hope the U.S Federal government will stop wasting money on Cannabis Prohibition. There is a lot of opportunity associated with research. Happy 4/20!!! -Dabbin Dad It is commonly known that the U.S. is not apart of the most advanced countries for marijuana research. Due to its legal status, receiving funding for cannabis research has been … [Read more...] about The 6 Most Advanced Countries For Marijuana Research
