Live Webinar: Increasing breast and testis cancer in young adults: Cannabis-Cancer Connection?

July 21st at 01:00 PM Eastern Time

Join us for the next IASIC Speakers Series with Dr. Archie Bleyer—renowned clinical researcher and cancer epidemiologist—who will present findings from his recent study, “Increasing Breast and Testis Cancer in Young Adults: Cannabis-Cancer Connection.” Drawing on decades of clinical expertise and the latest data, Dr. Bleyer will explore the biological plausibility, epidemiological patterns, and public health implications of this connection. Join us for a critical conversation at the intersection of youth health, cannabis policy, and cancer prevention.

Live Webinar: Cannabinoids and the Visual System: Neuroprocessing and Development

August 25th  at 01:00 PM Eastern Time

Join us for the next IASIC Speakers Series with Dr. Densie Valenti for a fascinating exploration of how cannabinoids impact the visual system—from early development to complex neuroprocessing. Drawing on decades of clinical research, this webinar will unpack emerging science on how cannabis use may alter sensory input, visual perception, and brain function, with implications for public health, driving safety, and youth development.

Live Webinar: Vaping, Edibles, and the Developing Brain: What Can We Learn from Animal Models?

Sep 10th at 11:00 AM Eastern Time

Cannabis use and its long-term impacts remain critical areas of research amidst increasing legalization and shifting social norms. This talk will delve into three different aspects of cannabis neurobiology. First, we will explore the causal role of the Cadm2 gene in predisposing individuals to cannabis use, shedding light on genetic factors that may influence susceptibility. Next, we will examine the long-term impacts of vaporized cannabis flower exposure during adolescence on behavioural and brain network outcomes, focusing on different chemovars and their unique cannabinoid profiles. We will also discuss a novel rat model of juvenile accidental cannabis edible poisoning, where we explore the short-and long-term consequences of such an exposure. Through this, we aim to elucidate how varying chemical compositions can differentially affect neurodevelopment and behavior. Lastly. we will also present findings from a study characterizing withdrawal symptoms in rats exposed to cannabis flower vapor, providing insights into the physiological and behavioral challenges associated with abstinence. Collectively, these studies will offer a comprehensive understanding of the genetic, developmental, and withdrawal-related facets of cannabis use, with a special focus on routes of administration and pharmacokinetics.