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Endocannabinoids Modulate Human Epidermal Keratinocyte Proliferation and Survival via the Sequential Engagement of Cannabinoid Receptor-1 and Transient Receptor Potential Vanilloid-1

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We have recently shown that lipid mediators of the emerging endocannabinoid system (ECS) are key players of growth control of the human pilosebaceous unit. In this study, we asked whether the prototypic endocannabinoid anandamide (N-arachidonoylethanolamine, AEA) has a role in growth and survival of epidermal keratinocytes (KCs).

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Cannabinoids inhibit human keratinocyte proliferation through a non-CB1/CB2 mechanism and have a potential therapeutic value in the treatment of psoriasis

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Cannabinoids from cannabis (Cannabis sativa) are anti-inflammatory and have inhibitory effects on the proliferation of a number of tumorigenic cell lines, some of which are mediated via cannabinoid receptors. Cannabinoid (CB) receptors are present in human skin and anandamide, an endogenous CB receptor ligand, inhibits epidermal keratinocyte differentiation. Psoriasis is an inflammatory disease also characterised in part by epidermal keratinocyte hyper-proliferation.

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Cannabidiol Inhibits SARS-CoV-2 Replication and Promotes the Host Innate Immune Response

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The rapid spread of COVID-19 underscores the need for new treatments. Here we report that cannabidiol (CBD), a compound produced by the cannabis plant, inhibits SARS-CoV-2 infection. CBD and its metabolite, 7-OH-CBD, but not congeneric cannabinoids, potently block SARS-CoV-2 replication in lung epithelial cells. CBD acts after cellular infection, inhibiting viral gene expression and reversing many effects of SARS-CoV-2 on host gene transcription. CBD induces interferon expression and up-regulates its antiviral signaling pathway.

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The Chemistry of Cannabis and Cannabinoids

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The science of cannabis and cannabinoids encompasses a wide variety of scientific disciplines and can appear daunting to newcomers to the field. The encroachment of folklore and ‘cannabis culture’ into scientific discussions can cloud the situation further. This Primer Review is designed to give a succinct overview of the chemistry of cannabis and cannabinoids.

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Therapeutic potential of cannabinoids in combination cancer therapy

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SCC member Kenzi Riboulet-Zemouli identifies a coherent nomenclature for cannabis products (whether derived from Cannabis sativa L. or not). The paper was published in Drug Science, Policy and Law in December of 2020.

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‘Cannabis’ ontologies I: Conceptual issues with Cannabis and cannabinoids terminology

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SCC member Kenzi Riboulet-Zemouli identifies a coherent nomenclature for cannabis products (whether derived from Cannabis sativa L. or not). The paper was published in Drug Science, Policy and Law in December of 2020.

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Nephrologist Views Regarding Cannabinoid Use in Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease and Dialysis: A Survey

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Authors: David Collister, MD, PhD, Karthik Tennankore, MD, SM, Sara N. Davison, MD, MHSc, Ron Wald, MD, MPH, Christian Rabbat, MD, MSc, Michael Walsh, MD, PhD Published in Journal of…

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Cannabinoid-2 receptor activation ameliorates hepatorenal syndrome

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Authors: Eszter Trojnar, Katalin Erdelyi,Csaba Matyas, Suxian Zhao, Janos Paloczi, Partha Mukhopadhyay, Zoltan V.Varga, Gyorgy Hasko, Pal Pacher Published in Free Radical Biology and Medicine May 2020 Abstract Study rationale: Hepatorenal…

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Signaling Through the Type 2 Cannabinoid Receptor Regulates the Severity of Acute and Chronic Graft versus Host Disease

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Authors: Cheng Yin Yuan, Vivian Zhou, Garrett Sauber, Todd M Stollenwerk, Richard Komorowski, Alicia López, Rosa Maria Tolon, Julian Romero, Cecilia J Hillard, William R Drobyski Published in Blood  October…

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Cannabidiol (CBD) as a Promising Anti-Cancer Drug

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Authors: Emily S. Seltzer, Andrea K. Watters, Danny MacKenzie, Jr., Lauren M. Granat and Dong Zhang Published in Cancers  October 2020 Abstract Recently, cannabinoids, such as cannabidiol (CBD) and Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol…

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Therapeutic Applications of Cannabinoids in Cardiomyopathy and Heart Failure

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Authors: J. A. Garza-Cervantes, M. Ramos-González ,O. Lozano, C. Jerjes-Sánchez , and G. García-Rivas Published in Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity October 2020 Abstract A large number of cannabinoids have…

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Medical cannabis and cognitive performance in middle to old adults treated for chronic pain

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Authors: Sharon R Sznitman, Simon Vulfsons, David Meiri, Galit Weinstein Published in Drug and Alcohol Review September 2020 Abstract Introduction and aims: Cannabis exposure is becoming more common in older…

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