Recipe For Weightloss: Opioids & Cannabinoids

Apr 22, 2005 02:04

As I will be doing my thesis during the next school year, I feel that it is important to mention my chosen research area. As some of you may already be aware, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC - the active ingredient in marijuana) is being considered as the new "miracle drug." Recently, it's effects have been tested on such human maladies as schizophrenia ( Read more... )

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franeh April 22 2005, 14:15:05 UTC
your research sounds rather interesting. i can't wait to see the results! congratulations on doing your thesis next year. you will see it can be fun, but is a lot of work. you seem up for the task though. as for the animal side of it, i know these animals are treated with dignity and respect (at least i hope)and are disposed of in a humane manner. i don't think anyone should be upset. besides, they are rats afterall!

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thejoydecoy April 22 2005, 17:26:16 UTC
Thanks :)

Yeah...there are so many damn guidelines and restrictions that have to be adhered to even when working with just rats. But it's understandable, I suppose. I actually like rats though. I think they're cute. And I might even adopt a couple after the testing. They are actually one of the best pets you can have. They're a lot cleaner than any other rodents.

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franeh April 22 2005, 17:40:10 UTC
i like mice better. too cute!

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jmj20320514 April 22 2005, 19:18:35 UTC
I find this thoroughly fascinating. It may also explain why I was in better shape in my "experimental days." Or not.

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