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CannaPortugal Global Cannabis Awards 2026
Overview
The CannaPortugal Global Cannabis Awards 2026 have highlighted advancements in Portugal’s cannabis and hemp sectors. Recognition was given to the Polytechnic University of Portalegre’s Higher School of Biosciences of Elvas for its specialized higher education course in Cannabis sativa production and processing technologies, which features a curriculum where 60% of instruction occurs in production greenhouses.
Veterinarian and doctoral student Karla Pinto, affiliated with the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD) and the Center for Animal and Veterinary Science (CECAV-UTAD), was also honored for her research in cannabinoid veterinary medicine. Her work focuses on the endocannabinoid system and the therapeutic use of phytocannabinoids for animal pain management and rehabilitation.
The awards, which aim to honor contributions to science, health, and sustainability, are scheduled to be presented on October 16–17 in São Miguel, Azores, during the TransAtlantic Celebration of Industrial Hemp & Medical Cannabis.
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University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro · CannaPortugal Global Cannabis Awards · Karla Pinto · Azores · Polytechnic University of Portalegre
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[HEALTH] 2 sourcesKarla Pinto awarded for cannabinoid veterinary medicine research
Veterinarian and UTAD doctoral student Karla Pinto has received the CannaPortugal Global Cannabis Award 2026 for her research in cannabinoid veterinary medicine.
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[HEALTH] 2 sourcesCannaPortugal Global Cannabis Awards 2026 recognize Portuguese cannabis advancements
The CannaPortugal Global Cannabis Awards 2026 honored the Polytechnic University of Portalegre for its specialized cannabis production course and veterinarian Karla Pinto for her research in cannabinoid animal-
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