News from the Northeast Node: Science Series Update

January 8, 2023

Northeast Node Science Series kicks off its ’22-23 Academic Year with an in-depth review of cannabis as a potential pharmacological adjunct to MOUD

In November 2022, the Northeast Node welcomed Dr. Ziva Cooper of the UCLA Center for Cannabis & Cannabinoids to kick off the Node’s ’22-23 Academic Year Science Series. Dr. Cooper’s presentation, “Cannabis and Opioids: Promising pharmacology to address the opioid epidemic?” gave a brief overview of cannabis and the pharmacology of phytocannabinoids. Preclinical studies and randomized controlled trials have examined the potential for cannabinoids to modulate opioid effects and withdrawal symptoms, opioid abuse liability, and opioid analgesia. Dr. Cooper reviewed basic cannabinoid pharmacology and the state of evidence supporting the utility of cannabinoids for opioid use disorder and as an adjunct to opioids for pain management. The recorded presentation is available to all on the Northeast Node’s website.

On Thursday, February 9, 2023 (12-1pm ET), the Science Series will welcome Craig R. Rush, PhD, from the University of Kentucky as he presents “Treating Stimulant Use Disorders in the Context of the Opioid Crisis: A Review.”

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