Science & Education
Strain Genie’s mission is to relay scientific findings, typically housed in dense academic articles, to everyone looking to learn about and use cannabis.
Written by a team of M.D.s, Ph.D.s, and scientific journalists, this portal serves as one of the most reliable sources of cannabis content in the world.

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Your Endocannabinoid System
Endocannabinoid System Infographic: From Genes To Neurons
Our endocannabinoid system infographic will get you up to speed on how cannabinoids from cannabis, like THC and CBD, interact with your body’s receptors.
Endocannabinoid Genes Are Key to Personalized Cannabis Medicine
Endocannabinoid genes are instructions for constructing the network of receptors, neurotransmitters, and enzymes that make up your endocannabinoid system.
The Endocannabinoid System (ECS): Everything You Need To Know
The endocannabinoid system, or the endogenous cannabinoid system, is a network of cell receptors, chemical messengers, and enzymes that respond to cannabis.
How do endocannabinoids travel in and out of cells?
Endocannabinoids use a variety of different ways to concentrate themselves in and out of cells that go beyond simply binding to receptors.
FAAH – The enzyme that breaks down Anandamide
FAAH is an enzyme that breaks down Anandamide, making it a crucial component of the endocannabinoid system that can affect the duration of THC’s effects.
TRPV1: The Paradoxical Pain Receptors of The Endocannabinoid System
TRPV1 help to relay pain signals to your brain. Cannabinoids activate TRPV1 and help to reduce pain by overwhelming the receptors and forcing them to rest.
Cannabis Treatments
Cannabis For Obesity: Insights From Cannabinoid And Terpene Science
Using cannabis for obesity may seem ironic at first, but the science on specific appetite-suppressing cannabinoids and terpenes is very promising.
The Best Ways Cannabis Researchers Can Prevent Biased Results
Sponsoring cannabis companies may be showing bias in cannabis research. Knowing this, Nicco discusses how researchers can remove biases and ensure validity.
Can Cannabis Target Endometriosis as a Natural Treatment?
Endometriosis currently has no definitive cure. Knowing this, Amy shows how cannabis may be a solution for women with certain genes to mitigate symptoms.
Can Cannabis Products Restore Gut Health?
Can cannabis products restore gut health? Multiple cannabinoids (e.g. THC and CBD) and terpenes can help, especially when you take genetics into account.
Cannabis For Anxiety: 4 Ideas For Better Research
By reducing federal restrictions, focusing on the entourage effect, genetics, and minding your interpretations, cannabis for anxiety research can go far.
How to Stop an Anxiety Attack With Genetically Personalized CBD
By examining your genetics, you may able to more precisely stop anxiety attacks with the right CBD form factor and complimentary terpenes.
Genetic Predispositions
Marijuana Use Disorder: How to Overcome a Predisposition
Can you develop an addiction to cannabis? In a word: yes. Though cannabis isn't physically addictive, it's possible to develop a mental addiction to most substances, including those derived from the cannabis plant. When you experience a psychological addiction to...
Endocannabinoid Genes Are Key to Personalized Cannabis Medicine
Endocannabinoid genes are instructions for constructing the network of receptors, neurotransmitters, and enzymes that make up your endocannabinoid system.
Cannabis Dependence: Can You Get Addicted To Weed?
While traditionally seen as innocuous, unregulated cannabis use can begin to interfere with one’s livelihood in a condition known as cannabis dependence.
How genetics affect cannabis treatment for epilepsy
Genetics plays an important role in both epilepsy and cannabis. A genetic blockade of cannabinoid receptors (CB1) leads to epileptic neural oscillations.
Marijuana Addiction – A Comprehensive Guide
Marijuana addiction symptoms can present themselves in heavy users. Learn how it works and get insightful tips for marijuana addiction treatment and help.
Cannabis-Induced Psychosis: Everything You Need To Know
It’s all fun and games until someone loses their mind. Cannabis-induced psychosis is one of the worst, but most preventable side effects of cannabis.
Cannabis Terpenes
The Alpha-Pinene / Beta-Pinene Terpenes: Strains, Effects, and Benefits
The pinene terpene (alpha-pinene and beta-pinene) found in high pinene strains of cannabis has been shown to have many important medical properties.
The Beta-Caryophyllene Terpene: Strains, Effects, and Benefits
The Beta-caryophyllene terpene is one of the most common found in cannabis. It is also the primary terpene in black pepper. Unsurprisingly, caryophyllene has a spicy and peppery aroma. It is also found in cloves, hops, spinach, chard, oregano, cinnamon, rosemary,...
The Myrcene Terpene: Strains, Effects, and Benefits
The myrcene terpene found in high myrcene strains of cannabis, as well as mangoes and lemongrass, is applauded for its sedative and analgesic properties.
The Limonene Terpene: Strains, Effects, and Benefits
The limonene terpene found in high limonene strains of cannabis has been shown to have anti-cancer, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fingula properties.
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Cannabis For Obesity: Insights From Cannabinoid And Terpene Science
Using cannabis for obesity may seem ironic at first, but the science on specific appetite-suppressing cannabinoids and terpenes is very promising.
Is Cannabis Bad for Your Heart?
Is cannabis bad for your heart? It’s complicated, but cannabis users with a heart condition may develop cardiovascular issues. However, there are positives.
The Best Ways Cannabis Researchers Can Prevent Biased Results
Sponsoring cannabis companies may be showing bias in cannabis research. Knowing this, Nicco discusses how researchers can remove biases and ensure validity.
Can Cannabis Target Endometriosis as a Natural Treatment?
Endometriosis currently has no definitive cure. Knowing this, Amy shows how cannabis may be a solution for women with certain genes to mitigate symptoms.
Endocannabinoid System Infographic: From Genes To Neurons
Our endocannabinoid system infographic will get you up to speed on how cannabinoids from cannabis, like THC and CBD, interact with your body’s receptors.
The Alpha-Pinene / Beta-Pinene Terpenes: Strains, Effects, and Benefits
The pinene terpene (alpha-pinene and beta-pinene) found in high pinene strains of cannabis has been shown to have many important medical properties.
Strain Genie Guest Posts
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Strain Genie Has Been Featured in Greendorphin
Strain Genie’s CEO, Nicco Reggente, Ph.D., has written an article in Greendorphin about how cannabis researchers can improve their research.
Strain Genie Has Been Featured in CBD Health and Wellness
Strain Genie’s CEO, Nicco Reggente, Ph.D., has a guest article in CBD Health and Wellness on the topic of CBD Oil for Anxiety.
Strain Genie Has Been Featured in Cannabis Magazine
Strain Genie has been featured in Cannabis Magazine. CEO, Nicco Reggente, Ph.D. writes about the implications of cannabis for heart health.
Strain Genie Has Been Featured in CannabisTech
Strain Genie’s CEO, Nicco Reggente, Ph.D, wrote a guest article on CannabisTech about how to use genetics to fuel personalize cannabis research.
Strain Genie Has Been Featured in Greendorphin
Strain Genie has been featured in the publication Greendorphin, with comments from the CEO about the effectiveness of cannabis oil for cancer.
Can Your Genes Dictate If You’ll Develop a Marjiuana Use Disorder?
Is Marijuana addictive? This guest post by Strain Genie CEO Nicco Reggente featured on Marijuana Investor Summit discusses everything you need to know.