THC

Low THC levels not linked to increased risk of car crashes

New research led by the University of British Columbia suggests that THC levels less than five nanograms/ml of blood do not lead to an increased risk of causing car crashes in most drivers.

Jun 13, 2019

Researchers identify genes that give cannabis its flavour

Researchers identify genes that give cannabis its flavour

UBC scientists have scanned the genome of cannabis plants to find the genes responsible for giving various strains their lemony, skunky or earthy flavours, an important step for the budding legal cannabis industry.

Mar 29, 2017

THC makes rats lazy, less willing to try cognitively demanding tasks: UBC study

THC makes rats lazy, less willing to try cognitively demanding tasks: UBC study

New research from the University of British Columbia suggests there may be some truth to the belief that marijuana use causes laziness— at least in rats.

Aug 23, 2016