Faculty

International Faculty (In-Person)

Dr Alex Capano

Dr. Alex Capano is the Chief Science officer at Ananda Hemp (and parent company Ecofibre), a global biotech company focused on cannabis-derived nutraceuticals, food, textiles, and medical devices. She was the first doctoral candidate to focus on comprehensive cannabinoid science at Thomas Jefferson University’s Lambert Center for the Study of Medicinal Cannabis & Hemp. In 2019, Alex published a study on the CBD’s effects on opioid reduction and chronic pain. She is currently researching cannabis’ effects on various disease states in humans, including endometriosis and dementia, and identifying industrial applications of cannabis. She has spoken at dozens of scientific conferences and been published across multiple outlets. Alex is also a board-certified family nurse practitioner. Additional degrees include a BSN & MSN from the University of Pennsylvania, and a BS from the University of Miami. Dr. Capano was a lead researcher in ground breaking women’s health research, which granted Ananda Hemp patents for treatment for ovarian cancer, endometriosis, fibroids, and dysmenorrhea. Additional patents, including those on endometrial cancer and head & neck cancers, are expected to be granted in the coming months. NBC News called Dr Capano “America’s First Cannabis Doctor

Dr Capano will be presenting Cannabis & Healing: CBD’s Promise for Endometriosis & Pelvic Pain and Unravelling the Truth: CBD’s Role in Gynaecological Cancer & Treatment Outcomes during opening session of the conference on Friday 20th  October 2023.