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Josh Kaplan & Nick Jikomes
Josh Kaplan & Nick Jikomes
Josh Kaplan, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Behavioral Neuroscience at Western Washington University. He is a passionate science writer, educator, and runs a laboratory that researches cannabis' developmental and therapeutic effects. Nick Jikomes is Leafly's principal research scientist. He completed his PhD in neuroscience at Harvard University in 2016.

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  • myrcene

    What is myrcene and what does this cannabis terpene do?

    Josh Kaplan & Nick Jikomes - Published on May 2, 2019

    Myrcene is the most abundant terpene in modern commercial cannabis. It’s said to relieve pain, inflammation, and insomnia, but what does the science actually say?

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  • cannabis strains high in limonene, terpenes, marijuana, cannabis

    Try these limonene cannabis strains for anxiety, depression, and stress relief

    Josh Kaplan & Nick Jikomes - Published on September 24, 2018

    Pick up one of these high-limonene cannabis strains for therapeutic benefits and relief of depression, anxiety, and stress.

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  • Try these caryophyllene cannabis strains for pain & inflammation relief

    Josh Kaplan & Nick Jikomes - Published on July 19, 2018

    Caryophyllene, a common cannabis terpene, may help you manage pain. Learn more about these high-caryophyllene strains & where you can find them.

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