2023 Symposium Agenda
Exploring the Entourage:
The Therapeutic Potential of Minor Cannabinoids, Terpenes, and Flavonoids
The Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research (CMCR) is hosting a virtual, two-day symposium on October 12-13, 2023 highlighting the state of science in medicinal cannabis research. Whereas the majority of current research focuses on delta-9-THC and cannabidiol, the 2023 CMCR Symposium will highlight emerging clinical and translational research on the "other" constituents of cannabis (minor cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids) and the entourage effect.
Day 1: Thursday, October 12, 2023
8:00-8:05 Welcome from the CMCR Director, Igor Grant, MD
2023 CMCR Symposium Awards
8:05-8:40 TBA - 2023 CMCR Pioneer in Medicinal Cannabis Research Award
Presentation of Award and Keynote Address
This award honors leaders in cannabis and cannabinoid research conducting basic and translational research of cannabinoids, other constituents of cannabis, and the endocannabinoid system. The recipient’s work has led to significant advancements in our understanding of the mechanism and physiological effects of cannabinoids and related compounds.
8:40-9:15 TBA - 2023 CMCR Award for Advancing Cannabis and Cannabinoids as Therapeutics
Presentation of Award and Keynote Address
This award honors those whose work has led to significant changes in our knowledge of or an expansion to the therapeutic use of cannabis and cannabinoid-based medicines. Recipients come from a diverse array of backgrounds, including drug development, medicine, public policy, and advocacy.
9:15-9:20 5-minute break
9:20-9:55 Moderated panel discussion and Q&A with 2023 CMCR Symposium Award Recipients
9:55-10:00 5-minute break
CMCR Special Lecture
10:00-10:20: TBA
10:20-10:30 Q&A moderated by JH Atkinson, MD
Panel 1: Update on Federal activities affecting cannabis research
10:30-11:55 Panel discussion and Q&A moderated by Steve Gust, PhD, Advisor to CMCR
Panelists: TBA
11:55-12:00 5-minute break
12:00-1:00 Poster Session - Deadline for Abstract Submission is August 31, 2023 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Day 2: Friday, October 13, 2023
State of the Science Lecture Series
Welcome
The Entourage: Minor Cannabinoids, Terpenes, and Flavonoids
8:00-9:35 Investigator presentations
9:35-9:55 Q&A moderated by Ziva Cooper, PhD
9:55-10:00 5-minute break
Panel 2: Use of minor cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids in the community
10:05-10:55 Panel discussion and Q&A moderated by Igor Grant, MD
Panelists: TBA
10:55-11:00 5-minute break
Panel 3: Drug product availability and the challenges of intellectual property
11:00-11:45 Panel discussion and Q&A moderated by Tom Marcotte, PhD
Panelists: TBA
11:45-12:00 Closing Remarks from the CMCR Director, Igor Grant, MD
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