Biography
Biography: Samantha Watt
Abstract
Cannabis has long been acknowledged for its therapeutic contributions to natural medicine and, historically, the plant has demonstrated a wide variety of positive effects in the treatment of a number of chronic, as well as acute, medical conditions such as those associated with pain and nausea. With the stigma towards cannabis becoming less prevalent, more and more scientific minds are shifting their focus towards the study of individual chemical compounds found within the plant. In particular, research relating to the cannabinoids Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD) have started to generate supporting evidence of the therapeutic benefits for specific medical indications. However, as research unveils the medical applications of THC and CBD, there still remains an incredulous lack of information – A paucity that is particularly relevant to the actual delivery mechanisms of cannabinoids across submucosal membranes and physiological barriers including skin, and intestinal linings. As such, modern scientific advancements have begun harbouring novel technologies that may partition cannabinoids in such ways that pertain to specific ailments using unique formulations for immediate or sustained release. Together, these advancements are providing insights that not only optimize the absorption of cannabinoids, but also assist in revealing the therapeutic potentials of cannabis and its chemical constituents.