Effects of cannabis on brain development and behavior
Molecular underpinnings of the developmental Effects of Cannabis
['FUNDING_R01'] · ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI · NIH-11093522
This study looks at how using cannabis during pregnancy might affect the brain development and behavior of children and teenagers, focusing on the effects of THC, the active ingredient in cannabis, to better understand any long-term impacts on mental health and decision-making.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11093522 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how cannabis use, particularly during pregnancy, affects brain development and behavior in children and adolescents. It focuses on the impact of THC, the main psychoactive component of cannabis, on neurodevelopmental processes and immune system changes. By analyzing gene expression and behavioral outcomes, the study aims to uncover the long-term effects of prenatal cannabis exposure on mental health and decision-making. The research employs both human and animal models to explore these complex interactions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women who use cannabis and their children, as well as adolescents exposed to cannabis during development.
Not a fit: Patients who have not been exposed to cannabis during pregnancy or early development may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and prevention strategies for the negative effects of cannabis on developing brains.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown significant effects of prenatal cannabis exposure on child development, indicating that this area of study is both relevant and critical.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HURD, YASMIN L. — ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI
- Study coordinator: HURD, YASMIN L.
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.
Conditions: addictive disorder