Carol Alencar
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Carol Alencar

Project with participation of HC of USP and Santa Casa de SP investigates impacts of medicinal cannabis in 2,500 patients
Ciência & Tecnologia
03/26/2026

Project with participation of HC of USP and Santa Casa de SP investigates impacts of medicinal cannabis in 2,500 patients

Project coordinated by Cannect, with participation of a researcher from HC of USP and Santa Casa de São Paulo, gathers data from 2,500 patients to expand evidence on the impacts of medicinal cannabis on human health

Texan Voters Criticize How Authorities Handle Cannabis, Reveals Survey
Política Internacional
03/26/2026

Texan Voters Criticize How Authorities Handle Cannabis, Reveals Survey

Survey by the Texas Politics Project indicates disapproval outweighs approval in the evaluation of state policies on cannabis and THC

Cannabis and Video Games: A Duo That Doesn't Always Play on the Same Team
Cotidiano
02/11/2026

Cannabis and Video Games: A Duo That Doesn't Always Play on the Same Team

Scientific review questions the relationship between video games and recreational cannabis use, revealing contradictory data and paths still open

USP Study Reveals Effects Against Depression and Neuropathy
Ciência & Tecnologia
02/11/2026

USP Study Reveals Effects Against Depression and Neuropathy

Research from USP with an animal model reveals that cannabidiol (CBD) can simultaneously alleviate neuropathic pain and symptoms of depression, showing itself as a promising therapeutic alternative to traditional medications

Planting hemp is betting on the future: experts point out environmental and economic benefits in Deusa Cast
Negócios
02/11/2026

Planting hemp is betting on the future: experts point out environmental and economic benefits in Deusa Cast

Discover the environmental and economic benefits of hemp cultivation in Brazil with experts from the Cannabis Brazil Institute of Science and Technology in episode #34 of Deusa Cast

Goodbye Hangover! Americans Launch Drinks with Less Alcohol, More Innovation, and Even Cannabis
Negócios
02/11/2026

Goodbye Hangover! Americans Launch Drinks with Less Alcohol, More Innovation, and Even Cannabis

Find out what the alternative beverage industry report says and see which brands and trends will be booming in 2025!

Weight loss with cannabis? Study highlights potential of THCV in appetite and metabolism control
Ciência & Tecnologia
02/11/2026

Weight loss with cannabis? Study highlights potential of THCV in appetite and metabolism control

Compound present in cannabis demonstrates promising therapeutic effects in mucoadhesive strips, regulating appetite, metabolism, and insulin sensitivity

GreennPlus: technology, sustainability, and innovation in the Medicinal Cannabis market
Negócios
02/11/2026

GreennPlus: technology, sustainability, and innovation in the Medicinal Cannabis market

GreennPlus, sponsor of the Brazilian Medicinal Cannabis Congress 2025, is a company that combines innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to quality, reinforcing the importance of safe and effective access to medicinal cannabis in Brazil and worldwide

Justice ensures access to cannabidiol for epilepsy patients in the Federal District
Cotidiano
02/11/2026

Justice ensures access to cannabidiol for epilepsy patients in the Federal District

Decision of the TJDFT obliges the local government to maintain the supply of cannabis-based medications, even if not on the SUS list

High doses of LSD may help those living with depression
Psicodélicos
02/11/2026

High doses of LSD may help those living with depression

A new study from the University of Basel rescues an old question with the delicacy of offering shelter: what if the cure lies in the courage to dive deep?

Between Justice and Imprisonment: When Treatment with Cannabis Becomes a Crime
Cotidiano
02/11/2026

Between Justice and Imprisonment: When Treatment with Cannabis Becomes a Crime

Patients who rely on medicinal cannabis face legal battles and, in many cases, imprisonment. Understand the challenges of access, the legal impacts, and the stories of those fighting for the right to treatment in Brazil.

Bill on medicinal cannabis advances in German Parliament amid technical criticisms
International Relations
01/09/2026

Bill on medicinal cannabis advances in German Parliament amid technical criticisms

Bill on medicinal cannabis in Germany enters a decisive phase in Parliament and receives warnings from experts about regulatory and implementation challenges

Cronos Group announces acquisition of CanAdelaar B.V. for $67 Million; shares rise
Business
12/12/2025

Cronos Group announces acquisition of CanAdelaar B.V. for $67 Million; shares rise

With the purchase of the company, the group expands its presence in the European market and reinforces its strategy in the adult use segment, according to Investing

Cannabis-related crimes drop by 80% in Germany after decriminalization
International Relations
10/08/2025

Cannabis-related crimes drop by 80% in Germany after decriminalization

Official report shows that the decriminalization policy is already yielding significant results, with a historic reduction in offenses related to the plant