Creating a resource center to support cannabis research
Resource Center for Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research (R3CR)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI · NIH-11075687
This study is creating a helpful center for scientists who are studying cannabis, offering them tools and support to make their research easier and better, so they can find out more about how cannabis works.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (UNIVERSITY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11075687 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to establish a resource center that addresses the challenges faced by scientists conducting studies on cannabis and cannabinoids. It will provide essential tools, guidance, and information to researchers, facilitating both non-clinical and clinical studies. The center will feature three cores: one for research support, another for regulatory guidance, and a third for research standards, all aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of cannabis research. Through workshops, webinars, and a centralized website, the center will help researchers navigate regulatory issues and access necessary materials for their studies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in the therapeutic applications of cannabis or those involved in cannabis research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in cannabis or cannabinoids, or those who do not engage in research activities, may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality and quantity of cannabis-related studies, leading to better understanding and potential therapeutic uses of cannabis.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully established resource centers for various medical fields, suggesting that this approach could also be effective for cannabis research.
Where this research is happening
UNIVERSITY, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI — UNIVERSITY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KHAN, IKHLAS AHMAD — UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
- Study coordinator: KHAN, IKHLAS AHMAD
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.