Test & Measure

by Kristina Etter   |   9 hours ago

Futuristic Non-Invasive Health Scanner Detects Cannabis Impairment

Detecting cannabis impairment has been one of the biggest debates since legalization began in 1995, but new health screening technology may finally put the issue to rest.

by Hannah Izer   |   March 03, 2022

Is Smartphone Cannabis Impairment Detection Feasible?

Can your smartphone determine if you are intoxicated from cannabis?

by Kristina Etter   |   February 17, 2022

Dear Hemp: It’s Not About the Competition

No, the regulated marijuana industry is in no way threatened by the rise of Delta-8 THC. However, many are perplexed by it.

by Karhlyle Fletcher   |   February 09, 2022

Cannabis Chemistry - What is HHC?

Another synthetic cannabinoid is creating waves in non-legal states, but what is it and what are the risks?

by Zachary Cartwright   |   February 07, 2022

It’s Past Time for a Moisture Determination Standard in Cannabis

State regulators need to address the lack of a standard in moisture determination that leads to significant lab-to-lab discrepancies in cannabis potency ratings.

by Jessica McKeil   |   February 01, 2022

Resolving Environmental Fluctuations with Environmental Control Technologies

Maintaining consistent conditions in cannabis cultivation is critical for optimizing the crop.

by Hannah Izer   |   January 13, 2022

How Testing Mandates Improve Cannabis

As the industry continues to advance in the U.S., improving testing mandates has created higher quality cannabis across the country.

by Kristina Etter   |   October 07, 2021

Colorado Takes Giant Leap in Cannabis Vaping Standards

Starting this January, cannabis oil manufacturers in Colorado will have new consumer safety standards to meet.

by Kristina Etter   |   September 17, 2021

Inherent Dangers in Designer Cannabinoids

Why lawmakers and regulators need to move faster to regulate lab-produced cannabinoids.

by Kristina Etter   |   July 17, 2021

Cannabis Cultivation is All About Control

Cultivation technology provides the necessary tools and data to ensure cannabis consistency, improve yields, and prevent crop loss.

by Kristina Etter   |   July 07, 2021

Lessons in Cannabis Pathogen Detection

Lessons learned from the 2020 pandemic bring new pathogen detection technologies to cannabis and glimpse into the future of federal regulation.

by Kristina Etter   |   June 25, 2021

Testing for Integrity: Ethics in Cannabis and Hemp Labs

A lack of cohesive testing standards and a push for potency creates the perfect storm for consumer deception and cannabis and hemp analysis fraud.

by Kristina Etter   |   June 18, 2021

Why Regulation, Compliance, and Testing Matter in Cannabis

Although rules may be a foreign concept to a once illicit market, history has proven that regulations in agriculture, food production, and pharmaceuticals are critical for consumer safety, and the same is true for cannabis and hemp.

by Amanda Stern   |   June 16, 2021

Partners in Cannabis Research

Consumer research is finally gaining momentum. In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Jeff Chen & Angie Tebbe about their partnership in CBD research.

by Jessica McKeil   |   June 09, 2021

What are Hemp-based Microfluidics?

Hemp-based microfluidics is a novel idea that could improve the environmental impact and long-term sustainability of the sector.

by Kristina Etter   |   June 05, 2021

Lifting the Veil: U.S. Cannabis Research Ramping Up

As cannabis research restrictions loosen, we can only expect what we know about cannabis to grow exponentially in the coming years.

by Oladimeji Ewumi   |   May 13, 2021

Quality Control for the Cannabis Industry

Cannabis testing labs are among the most profitable and evolving sectors of the cannabis industry, yet more needs to be done to standardize quality control practices for cannabis products and COAs.

by Kristina Etter   |   May 05, 2021

Brain Wave Technology Unlocks Cannabis Mysteries

New EEG technology offers insight into the effects of cannabis and opens new doors to understanding consumer differences.

by Amanda Stern   |   April 16, 2021

Waving the Caution Flag on the Race for Delta-8 THC

Delta-8 THC is a hot new buzzword, but many are concerned about manufacturing processes, mislabeling, and misleading marketing.

by Deborah Agboola   |   March 05, 2021

The Science Improving Cannabis Edibles

Edibles have come a long way from the iconic pot brownie. New technology and innovations continue to improve this booming market.