Didier Jutras-Aswad Lab Shines at “Explique-moi ta science”
Imagine trying to explain complex science in just five minutes – that’s exactly what our brilliant students and postdocs did at the first “Explique-moi ta science” event on May 20! Held at the CRCHUM amphitheater, this event was a fantastic opportunity for researchers to share their work with the wider community. Representing the Didier Jutras-Aswad Laboratory were postdoctoral fellow Lucy Chester and master’s candidate Anita Abboud.
Lucy tackled the intriguing question: “It’s in the blood: Does CBD change how much THC you get from your cannabis?” Her presentation, based on a meta-analysis, revealed “that, on average, CBD actually increased the body’s exposure to THC and its active breakdown product, 11-OH-THC.”
Anita then took the stage with her master’s project, “Cannabis without the high: what does CBD actually do?” She explained, “My research looked at how CBD interacts with our body’s endocannabinoid system at common doses. Interestingly, the results suggest that simply taking more CBD doesn’t necessarily mean stronger effects, which really underscores the need for better guidance on CBD use.”
We couldn’t be prouder of Lucy and Anita for their incredible participation! And a massive round of applause for Anita, who took home the 3rd place prize!
Article by Heidar Sharafi