We are a motivated team that conducts transdisciplinary research exploring factors linked with the potential health risks and health benefits of Cannabis use in a number of populations. Please use the sidebar to navigate between our current research projects and our completed studies. 

 

Affliated Laboratories & Research Centers

Cannabis, Health, and Addiction Over the lifeSpan (CHAOS) Lab

The CHAOS Lab is focused on understanding how cannabinoids like CBD and THC influence the endocannabinoid system which in turn influences the immune system and the brain. CHAOS is directed by Dr. Kent Hutchison and is based in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine.

Center for Research and Education Addressing Cannabis and Health (CU REACH)

The CU Center for Research and Education Addressing Cannabis and Health (CU REACH) is devoted to the development of evidence based knowledge regarding the effects of Cannabis that will improve the lives of those who suffer from disease states that may be alleviated by Cannabis. CU REACH is based at the University of Colorado Boulder and its membership spans broadly across multiple departments.

Recent Research Events

Devon Rapken Presenting at the Rocky Mountain Psychological Association Conference

Samantha Natal Presenting at the Rocky Mountain Psychological Association Conference

Dr. Bidwell Featured as Discussant in Panel

The Institute of Cannabis Research (ICR) Governing Board got together at their 2023 Annual Retreat in Pueblo, CO!

CUChange members Jonny Lisano and Renée Martin-Willett attended/presented at the 2023 ICPS Conference in Brussels, Belgium!

Dr. Cinnamon Bidwell presents as Keynote Speaker at CTC-RG 19th Annual Meeting