Cannabis & Psychedelics Articles
How to Decarb Weed
Ever wondered how to decarboxylate cannabis in an oven? Analytical Cannabis breaks down the process in this article and the science behind decarboxylation.
The Benefits and Pitfalls of Total Yeast and Mold Counts in Cannabis Labs
Jini Curry, cannabis laboratory director at Modern Canna Labs, explains how her team recently investigated total yeast and mold counts, and why the method may have several pitfalls that may be leading labs to unintentionally report inaccurate results.
Why Cannabinoids Might Be a Problem and a Solution for Autism Spectrum Disorder
In this exclusive Analytical Cannabis article, Dr. Karen Litwa and Dr. Ken Soderstrom of East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine explain why cannabis can both help people living with autism and also contribute to the development of the condition during pregnancy.
The Promising Future of Cannabis Testing Laboratories
Kimberly Ross, the chief scientific officer at Peak Compliance, explores the future of cannabis testing in the US, should federal legalization take effect.
Understanding Sources of Heavy Metals in Cannabis and Hemp: Benefits of a Risk Assessment Strategy – Part 4
In the fourth and final part of their new series, Rob Thomas and Tony Destefano explore potential elemental sources in the production, packaging, and delivery of cannabis consumer products.
Psychedelics: How They Act on the Brain to Relieve Depression
How does psilocybin act on the brain to relieve depression? Clare Tweedy, a teaching fellow at the University of Leeds, explains all in this feature, courtesy of the Conversation.
Understanding Sources of Heavy Metals in Cannabis and Hemp: Benefits of a Risk Assessment Strategy – Part 3
In the third part of their new series, Rob Thomas and Tony Destefano examine the critically important step of extracting cannabinoids from the biomass, the flower, and other parts of the cannabis plant.
The Process and Chemistry Behind Supercritical CO2 Extraction
Supercritical carbon dioxide extraction has become one of the most favored extraction methods within the cannabis industry. But how does it work? Sabrina Didado, founder and CEO of Cosmic Harvest Hemp, explained all in her recent Analytical Cannabis presentation.
How Strategic Cannabis Testing and Analysis Data Management Can Help Transform Product Quality and Compliance
Proper data management can help cannabis labs increase their innovation, compliance, and product quality. How, exactly? PerkinElmer's Toby Astill explains all.
