Advancing Cannabis Research in a Changing Landscape: Meeting Summary of the 2025 California Cannabis Research Workshop

On March 25, 2025, the University of California Office of the President, in partnership with the California Department of Cannabis Control, hosted the 2025 California Cannabis Research Workshop in Sacramento, CA. Building on prior gatherings in 2019, 2021, and 2023, the 2025 California Cannabis Research Workshop sought to strengthen collaboration between researchers and state policymakers during a time when the federal regulatory and scientific landscape is rapidly evolving. The event featured discussions on the role of state agencies supporting cannabis research, applications of cannabis research funding, strategies for accessing varied cannabis research products, innovations in agrarian research, and examples of state support for research. The 2025 workshop provided a platform for exploring how cannabis research can inform public policy and address emerging scientific and societal questions despite uncertainties arising from the federal landscape.