The Cannabis Genomic Research Initiative

Marijuana is a very prominent and controversial issue in society today. Many people are under the assumption that Marijuana is a harmful drug and receive heavy criticism because of stereotypical view people have on “pot smokers” or “pot heads. However it is a well know fact that people

Thesis Statement: Marijuana has been regarded as a harmful plant that can endanger lives and is thought to be nothing more than an extra problem to be dealt with in today’s society. However, based on its economic value and medical benefits, the cannabis has proven to outweigh its negatives with numerous other positives.

Throughout these last few months I learned so much information on so many diverse topics on how to grow not just marijuana but anything and without surprise, I have actually used and passed on much of the information I have learned to other growers and even my mother for her own organic food garden. Accordingly, I realized how important it is for anthropologist to work with cultures for extended periods of times cause I saw that people won’t tell you everything you asked about in the beginning or are worried to tell you, but as you grow closer to the community or person they begin to trust you as will share more about their ways and culture .Hopefully, as I continue to mentor under Dan I will continue to further my education and I could pass on the information I have

Before the crackdown on marijuana growers, the delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a molecule that the plant had developed, levels in ordinary marijuana ranged only from 2 to 3 percent, but now that the plant has been move indoors the THC levels have become 20 percent and upward. This is only one reason why marijuana growers are the best gardeners of Pollan’s generation.

In the United States, marijuana for medical purposes has gained more prevalence in current political discourse than in previous years. Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is a flowering plant that originally came from South and Central Asia. For centuries, the cannabis plant has been used for many natural products such as seed oils, seed, fiber that is used to make hemp products and contains over four hundred chemicals, some of which have an antibiotic like effect (Nordqvist, 2013). Studies have shown that two of the chemicals, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD), have a positive effect on humans for mild to moderate painkilling effects and sedative effects (Nordqvist, 2013). The purpose of this paper is

McGrath, J., Welham, J., Scott, J., Varghese, D., Degenhardt, L., & Hayatbakhsh, M. et al. (2010). Association Between Cannabis Use and Psychosis-Related Outcomes Using Sibling Pair Analysis in a Cohort of Young Adults. Arch Gen Psychiatry, 67 (5), 440. http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/archgenpsychiatry.2010.6

Carrie Shortsleeve states in her article that “The marijuana plant is made up of 500 chemical compounds.” Shortsleeve then goes on to say that “this is where the case for medical marijuana gets complicated.” By using her research, and talking to other doctors and professors,

These summary debates summarize and discuss are the calculation of cannabis use for many individuals with PTSD. According to the article, Does Cannabis Cause Exacerbated or Ameliorate Psychiatric Disorders, Neuropsychopharmacology (2016) 41, the authors of the article gives opposing viewpoints concerning the influence cannabis use has on those with post-traumatic stress disorder, the relationship with schizophrenia, and psychotic disorders.

needed to unlock the mysteries of the endocannabinoid system and what effects marijuana is capable of creating. More research is also needed to help physicians, legislators, and society as a whole become more (a) educated, (b) understanding of medicinal marijuana, (c) cognizant of how beneficial it can be, and (d) how safely it can be

According to the latest research on marijuana science indicates that the natural occurrence of cannabinoid receptors in the human brain and nervous system perform to have

The benefits of using medical cannabis to manage such conditions as chronic pain or anxiety have been proven through years of effective testing. Even as Canada moves to legalize recreational marijuana at the federal level, however, there are still many questions surrounding medical marijuana. Many doctors still feel uncomfortable authorizing cannabis as a solution. But the largest question for new patients is often, “Where can I get medical marijuana?” which in the age of the internet becomes, “Should I buy medical cannabis online?”

Certain enhancements are frowned upon by many in today’s society. With many available, whether legal or not, there are some enhancements that contribute to the greater good of people. Only thing is that they are not approved for its benefits. I believe cannabis plays a huge roll, being an example of an enhancement that should be seen negatively by any means. Quality of lives are changed and ameliorated so why should anyone condemn the benefits of marijuana?

Marijuana mysteries: 5 things we still don’t know about cannabis and how it could affect our bodies

The disposition of legalising cannabis poses additional questions, such as economically, who benefits? The proposition being experimented with is the taxable benefits and its impact on the pharmaceutical industry. The Government alleges that the dangers far outweigh the benefits; however in the UK, the BBC has reported that approximately £200 million could be saved in police and court fees per annum. “A change in the law would bring in £900m in taxes every year, saving £400m on policing cannabis; and create over 10,000 new jobs. (James Richard Owen, 2015).

Cannabis, formally known as marijuana is a drug obtained from the tops, stems and leaves of the hemp plant cannabis. The drug is one of the most commonly used drugs in the world. Only substances like caffeine, nicotine and alcohol are used more (“Marijuana” 1). In the U. S. where some use it to feel “high” or get an escape from reality. The drug is referred to in many ways; weed, grass, pot, and or reefer are some common names used to describe the drug (“Marijuana” 1). Like most drugs, marijuana has a very long history. People have been using the plant around the world for thousands of years. The oldest record of the marijuana plant dates back to 2727 B. C. in China where the plant was used as a medical herb for treating conditions like rheumatism, gout, malaria and even absent-mindedness (“Cannabis, Coca, & Poopy: Nature’s Addictive Plants” 1). Slowly, the plant started spreading around the world. By 1545, cannabis was starting to appear throughout the western worlds. Being introduced to South America by the Spanish to be used as fiber. The crop also had many other common uses around the world. In North America, cannabis was often used to make paper, ropes, clothing and other materials (“The Origins of Cannabis” 1).