Erin McEvoy

The recent approval of a bill brings Washington one step closer to long-awaited at-home recreational cannabis cultivation.

To date, many US states permit cannabis use in some form. As cannabis continues to become more prevalent in the country, cannabis courses in higher education institutions are also becoming more common—and necessary in order to meet the need for educated professionals in this expanding industry. One notable institution offering cannabis education courses in a state with relatively new cannabis laws is Saint Louis University (SLU) in Missouri. SLU offers a Certificate in Cannabis Science and Operations, earned through online courses on various topics in the cannabis industry, from cultivation and manufacturing to dispensary ownership and pharmacological properties. In this interview, Stacy Godlewski, director of Saint Louis University’s Cannabis Science and Operations program, shares insights into how the program prepares its students for successful careers in various areas of cannabis business.

As California cracks down on illegal cannabis growing operations, one settlement for $1.75 million was recently approved.

Results highlighted the complexities of cannabis use and products among cancer survivors.

Join us for Part VI of this multipart interview series as the co-founders of Cannabis Patients Pacific Northwest describe the topics covered in their cannabis education, both inside and outside the classroom.

Bills placed before the South Dakota Senate Health and Human Services Committee proposed changes to the state’s medical cannabis program.

A new study examined the impact of cannabis use on driving performance in older adults who were regular cannabis users.

A recently published national survey collected data on cannabis use for pets.

An East Coast cannabis farm receives recognition from the third-party nonprofit for its regenerative growing methods.

Germany is on the path to legalize recreational cannabis this year, but challenges are surfacing.

A new bill to define cannabis flower as an accepted form of medical cannabis recently advanced through a subcommittee.

A cannabis-based treatment was shown to be effective for cognitive disfunctions.

A recently published observational study examined the risks of medical cannabis for developing various heart conditions.

Vetoed last year, the bill would allow dispensaries to sell non-cannabis products along with cannabis.

Join us for Part V of this multipart interview series as the co-founders of Cannabis Patients Pacific Northwest share their experiences navigating state and federal regulations around medical cannabis.

A plan for a medical cannabis program in Wisconsin was revealed earlier this week.

The Attorney General recently drafted a bill to legalize recreational cannabis in the state and also provided the office’s position on the issue.

Healer’s first webinar of the year provided a research update on studies examining cannabis used as a treatment for different neurologic conditions.

The study tested how commercially-available cannabis products affect the experiences of exercising.

A recent study explored cannabinoids as an alternative treatment for neuropathic pain from spinal cord injuries.

A new study involving veterans reported beneficial effects of ibogaine as a therapeutic treatment.

Researchers explored this complex relationship, highlighting the impacts and benefits.

Throughout 2023, Cannabis Science and Technology recorded various interviews on important topics in the cannabis industry, from live coverage at the Cannabis Science Conferences to innovations in technology and medical cannabis. Here we present our top 5 most-viewed interviews of the year—join us as we revisit the popular topics and insights from 2023 and get ready for more in 2024!

Late December 2023 saw another step in pardons for certain cannabis convictions.

A hold was placed in late December and is still under investigation.

A recently proposed bipartisan bill would affect criminal charges surrounding cannabis possession in the Badger State.

Throughout 2023, Cannabis Science and Technology conducted various interviews with important figures in the cannabis industry, from researchers to cultivators to medical professionals and more. Here we present our top 10 most-viewed interviews of the year—catch up on information you may have missed and get a glimpse of the possibilities coming in 2024!

Recreational cannabis is legal in some capacities, but Ohioans cannot yet buy it.

Missouri’s first holiday season is expected to affect cannabis sales in the state.

A recent vote will place the bill before the president for final approval.