New Scientist presents ...
Online Event: Cannabis: The science behind the headlines
7pm EST | Tuesday 28 November 2023
Peter Grinspoon, primary care physician and cannabis specialist, Massachusetts General Hospital
Cannabis is one of the most talked-about plants in the world, but how much do we really know about it? From its medical benefits to its social and legal implications, cannabis is a complex and controversial topic.
In this virtual event hosted by New Scientist health reporter Grace Wade, join leading cannabis expert Peter Grinspoon, as he separates the science from the hype and gives a clear and concise overview of the latest research on cannabis. Peter will discuss the potential medical benefits of cannabis for a variety of conditions, including chronic pain, nausea and epilepsy. He will also talk about the risks and side effects of cannabis use and answer your burning questions about this infamous weed.
Peter Grinspoon is a primary care physician and a cannabis specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital and an instructor in medicine at Harvard Medical School. He is the author of the recent book Seeing Through the Smoke: A cannabis expert untangles the truth about marijuana. He is also a certified health and wellness coach and the author of the groundbreaking memoir Free Refills: A doctor confronts his addiction.
What's included in your ticket:
- Live lecture lasting 60 minutes including Q&A with Peter Grinspoon
- On-demand access to a recording of the lecture and Q&A for 12 months
- Access to exclusive New Scientist content
Booking information:
This online event will start at 7pm EST on Tuesday 28 November 2023 and will last for approximately one hour. Access to a recording of the event will be exclusively available to ticket purchasers for the 12 months following the live event. The on-demand recording will be available to view within 24 hours of the live discussion.Eventbrite will email you a confirmation immediately after purchase. You will also receive a separate email from our virtual events platform, with a link to access the event auditorium prior to the event; please note that each link is unique and should not be shared. The event auditorium will also provide access to the other items included in your ticket.Tickets are non-transferable to any other New Scientist event. All tickets are non-refundable. New Scientist reserves the right to alter the event and its line-up, or cancel the event. In the unlikely event of cancellation, all tickets will be fully refunded. New Scientist Ltd will not be liable for any additional expenses incurred by ticket holders in relation to the event.Tickets are subject to availability and are only available in advance through Eventbrite. To secure your place we recommend you book in advance.