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ABOUT US

The Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research is a multidisciplinary leader in medicinal cannabis research. The Centre is led by the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine Initiative for Innovation in Healthcare at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.

This initiative leverages McMaster University’s world-renowned expertise in health research and evidence-based medicine to create a hub for evidence-based data and innovative research.

The Centre is a partnership between McMaster UniversitySt. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, the Peter Boris Centre for Addictions Research and the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine.

To read our statement on industry partnerships please read the Industry Partnership Statement 2018 (PDF)

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Mission

The Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research leverages the highest standards of evidence-based research methodology to collectively advance the understanding of medicinal cannabis. We do this through:

  • Curating the collective body of knowledge on medicinal cannabis.
  • Advancing scientific discovery through innovative research projects.
  • Creating a network of researchers, clinicians, industry professionals and patients devoted to increasing the clinical understanding of cannabis, with a focus on its therapeutic potential for chronic pain as well as unintended consequences of its use.

Vision

An evidence-based understanding for medicinal cannabis, encompassing both its potential therapeutic effects and associated risks across the diverse clinical and research communities.


“AT MCMASTER, WE HAVE A COMMITMENT TO DISCOVERY AND INNOVATION AND THE ISSUES CRITICAL TO OUR COMMUNITY, AND THIS NEW CENTRE WILL BE DELVING INTO IMPORTANT CONCERNS REGARDING THE HEALTH CARE OF CANADIANS.”

– PAUL O’BYRNE, DEAN AND VICE-PRESIDENT, FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES, MCMASTER UNIVERSITY


 

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How To Get Involved Learn How to be Involved

The Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research aims to advance the understanding of medicinal cannabis through innovative research, content generation and network creation activities.

Areas of Focus View Our Areas of Focus

The three areas of focus for Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research are: curating evidence-based content, conducting cutting-edge research, and creating a professional network.

Governance View Our Governance

The Michael. G. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research brings together researchers, clinicians, patients and industry professionals with an interest in driving forward the evidence-based understanding of medicinal cannabis.