rare hemp diterpenes
Hidden Cannabis Secret 3 Rare Diterpenes Flip Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
In 2024, scientists identified more than 20 new bisabolane diterpenes in hemp leaves, and these compounds are showing potent anti-inflammatory activity that could reshape cannabis-derived medicines. My lab has been tracking these discoveries since the Trump administration’s 2023 executive order accelerated marijuana reclassification, which opened doors for clinical research.