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by Kristina Etter   |   4 days ago

Editor’s Choice: The Week in Cannabis & Hemp

A new twist on weekly headlines in the cannabis and hemp industries.

by Amanda Luketa   |   June 03, 2019

Using Colorimetric Sensor Arrays for Cannabinoid Detection

A novel method for analyte detection shows promising applications for both cannabis and hemp markets.

by Kristina Etter   |   May 17, 2019

Weekly News in Cannabis and Hemp

While law enforcement struggles with ambiguous laws, from North America to Africa and even China, hemp and cannabis are expanding and creating an unprecedented opportunity all around the world.

by Jessica McKeil   |   May 08, 2019

Hemp Expos Bring a Wealth of Benefits

Education, networking, and an opportunity to explore the booming marketing, hemp-centered conferences and expos are on the rise all around the world.

by Kristina Etter   |   April 02, 2019

A Fundamental Shift in Extraction Mentality

With the recent launch of the Mile High Monster, Mile High Labs is seeking to bridge the gap between rising consumer demand for CBD oil and the lagging supply.

by Kristina Etter   |   March 26, 2019

Advancing Cannabis Knowledge: Lessons from ICR 2019

Colorado State University-Pueblo, Institute of Cannabis Research hosted their annual academic conference regarding advances in cannabis science and technology. Cannabis Tech’s Kristina Etter attended the Sunday session for a first-hand perspective of cannabis advances from the researchers themselves.

by Genifer Murray   |   March 04, 2019

Cannabis and Cancer: An Interview with Dr. Patrick Gray - Pascal Biosciences

In this episode of Cultivate, Genifer Murray interviews Dr. Patrick Gray, CEO of Pascal Biosciences to further discuss amazing developments in using cannabinoids to fight cancer.

by Jessica McKeil   |   February 20, 2019

We Vitro: Innovations in Tissue Culture Technology

CannabisTech reached out to Kevin Piunno from We Vitro regarding tissue culture technology and solutions for the future of cannabis cultivation.

by Ellis Smith   |   February 18, 2019

Cannabis Germplasm 101: Panel Discussion

How can we overcome the lack of accessible germplasm resources and begin proper plant breeding programs in cannabis?

by Kristina Etter   |   February 11, 2019

Deciphering DNA for a Biological Blueprint

We spoke to Jackson Rowland, Founder, and CEO of Green Genomix, about DNA sequencing and decoding the varied effects of cannabis.

by Jessica McKeil   |   January 29, 2019

Closed Loop Aquaponics Provides More than Clean Cannabis

Green Relief's waste-free, closed-loop aquaponics system saves water and feeds the hungry.

by Kristina Etter   |   January 22, 2019

Beyond CBD: Hemp is Remedy for a Wasteful, Fossil-based Planet

This week, CannabisTech spoke with Carl Lehrburger, Co-Founder of PureHemp Technology for an inside look at how their advanced hemp-refining platform could change the world as we know it.

by Kristina Etter   |   January 17, 2019

The Cannabis Industry: A World of Opportunity for Women in Tech

“Fear, to a great extent, is born of a story we tell ourselves, and so I chose to tell myself a different story from the one women are told. I decided I was safe. I was strong. I was brave.” ~Cheryl Strayed, Wild

by Jessica McKeil   |   January 14, 2019

Will There Be Cannabis on Mars?

As space travel and human-manned missions to Mars become a reality, could cannabis make its way to outer space, too?

by Keilah Keiser   |   January 10, 2019

Biosynthesis: Unlocking the Medical Potential of Cannabis with Science

Biosynthesis is not a new process in science, but its implementation in the cannabis industry is turning heads and beginning to reshape the traditional approach to cannabis production.

by Jessica Rosslee   |   December 18, 2018

Cannabis Irradiation: Canada’s Hot Topic

With the recent implementation of Canada’s legalized cannabis laws, there are stringent regulations to ensure the safe development of a healthy market.

by Jessica Rosslee   |   December 10, 2018

Advances in Cannabinoid Delivery

DehydraTECH™ is the latest technology to shift the cannabinoid pharmaceutical landscape.

by Jessica Rosslee   |   December 04, 2018

Hydrodynamic Cannabis Extraction

The introduction of this groundbreaking new extraction method is set to make waves across the industry and could set a new standard for quality cannabis products.

by Kristina Etter   |   November 28, 2018

Cancer and Cannabis – Clinical Trials to Begin

While the debate about cannabis and cancer has been ongoing for the better part of the legalization movement, one Northwestern pharmaceutical company is partnering with the University of Washington in hopes to provide the answer finally.

by Kristina Etter   |   November 21, 2018

DNA Mapping for Safe Cannabis Consumption

DNA sequencing helps millions of people every year learn of their ancestry, as well as, identify certain health risks based on their genetic code. But DNA for cannabis? One Canadian company is changing the future of cannabis.