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Review
. 2000 Nov;108(1-2):1-13.
doi: 10.1016/s0009-3084(00)00184-5.

A historical overview of chemical research on cannabinoids

R Mechoulam  1 , L Hanus
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Review

A historical overview of chemical research on cannabinoids

R Mechoulam et al. Chem Phys Lipids. 2000 Nov.

Abstract

The chemical research on the plant cannabinoids and their derivatives over two centuries is concisely reviewed. The tortuous path leading to the discovery of the endogenous cannabinoids is described. Future directions, which will probably be followed are delineated.

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