Targeting the Gut–Brain Axis with Plant-Derived Essential Oils: Phytocannabinoids and Beyond
Abstract Background: The gut–brain axis (GBA) is a complex bidirectional communication system that links the gastrointestinal tract and the central…
Review Article
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Related to Artificial Intelligence Among Medical Students and Academics in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review
Abstract This systematic review aims to analyze the existing literature on artificial intelligence (AI) applications in medical education in Saudi…
Leadership Development in Undergraduate Nursing Students: A Scoping Review
Abstract Background: Leadership is present at all levels of nursing and is essential to ensure the continuous improvement of nursing…
Psychosis associated with cannabis withdrawal: systematic review and case series
Abstract Background: Abrupt cessation of heavy cannabis use can cause a withdrawal syndrome characterised by irritability, anxiety, insomnia, reduced appetite…
Exploring the Lesser-Known Bioactive Natural Products of Plant Species of the Genus Cannabis L.: Alkaloids, Phenolic Compounds, and Their Therapeutic Potential
Abstract Plant species of the genus Cannabis L. are predominantly recognized for their cannabinoids, which have garnered significant attention due…
The endocannabinoid system in cancer biology: a mini-review of mechanisms and therapeutic potential
Abstract The Endocannabinoid System (ECS) plays a critical role in maintaining physiological homeostasis, influencing a range of processes such as…
The Impact of Government Lockdowns on the Mental Health of the General Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Abstract Since December 2019, the COVID-19 pandemic has spread globally, prompting governments in many countries to implement lockdowns to control…
Recent Advances in Ionic Mechanisms in Pituitary Cells: Implications for Electrophysiological and Electropharmacological Research
Abstract Pituitary cells are specialized cells located within the pituitary gland, a small, pea-sized gland situated at the base of…
Recreational drugs repurposed for medicinal use—cannabis
Abstract Cannabis has a long history as a medicine and was a part of medical practice until the late 19th…
Understanding the role of oxylipins in Cannabis to enhance cannabinoid production
Abstract Phytocannabinoids are medically important specialized defense compounds that are sparsely distributed among plants, yet Cannabis sativa can synthesize unprecedented…