The International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS) is a

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for scientific research in all fields of the

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, based in

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, US. ICRS is one of the very few global non-profit medical societies or associations related to

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and

cannabinoid Cannabinoids () are several structural classes of compounds found in the cannabis plant primarily and most animal organisms (although insects lack such receptors) or as synthetic compounds. The most notable cannabinoid is the phytocannabinoid tet ...

History

The ICRS was formally incorporated as a scientific research society in 1992. Prior to that, early ICRS Symposia were organized by various researchers in the field since 1970. Membership in the Society has risen from 50 original members in its first year to 650+ members from all over the world.

Work

The International Cannabinoid Research Society is a: *Non-political, non-religious organization dedicated to scientific research in all fields of the cannabinoids, ranging from biochemical, chemical and physiological studies of the endogenous cannabinoid system to studies of the abuse potential of recreational ''

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''. *In addition to acting as a source for impartial information on ''Cannabis'' and the cannabinoids, the main role of the ICRS is to provide an open forum for researchers to meet and discuss their research.

Mission

The mission of the ICRS is to: #Foster cannabinoid research; #promote the exchange of scientific information and perspectives about ''Cannabis'', the cannabinoids and endocannabinoids through the organization of scientific meetings; #serve as a source of reliable information regarding the chemistry, pharmacology, therapeutic uses, toxicology and the behavioral, psychological, and social effects of ''Cannabis'' and its constituents, of synthetic and endogenous compounds that interact with cannabinoid receptors, and of any compounds that target other components of the endocannabinoid system.

Journal

Since 2019, the ICRS has partnered with Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. Publishers to produce the

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''Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research''. ICRS awards the "

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Award in Cannabinoid Research" annually.

Annual Symposia

The Society holds an annual meeting, not available to the media, which generally alternates between North America and Europe.

Notes

References

External links

Official WebsiteICRS Annual Symposium On The Cannabinoids
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