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Web Version Share with a Colleague Download the Issue Subscribe   In our January/February issue: Cannabis Analysis Dispelling Cannabis Analysis Calibration Myths Brian C. Smith An introduction to the basic concepts of instrument calibration and a look at how instruments are calibrated, how to measure their quality, and more. Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT Cannabis Analyzer for Potency Shimadzu’s HPLC-based analyzer provides effortless determination of cannabinoid content, allowing operators to produce accurate results with ease, regardless of cannabis testing knowledge or chromatography experience. Learn more »   Extraction Talking Extraction: Continuous-Flow Extraction, Quality Control, Challenges, and More Dr. Steven Splinter discusses his role in extraction and manufacturing in Canada. Read more »     Navigating the Labyrinth: Challenges in the Cannabis Laboratory Debugging the System: Understanding Pests, Pest Control, and Pesticides Patricia Atkins Some of the most common pesticides monitored within the cannabis industry are examined here and the function and chemistry of these agents in cannabis pest control is broken down. Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT Advances in XRF and ICP-OES Analysis for Plant Tissue and Soil Analysis Including Cannabis Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at 1pm EST | 12pm CST | 10am PST Register now »   Cannabis Crossroads New Year, New Cannabinoids Joshua Crossney Giuseppe Cannazza discusses the discovery of two new cannabinoids: Δ9- tetrahydrocannabiphorol (THCP) and cannabidiphorol (CBDP). Read more »     Cultivation Ask the Experts Leading cultivators and researchers from the cannabis industry participate in this round-table discussion. Read more »     Features How the Cannabis Industry Can Benefit from Leveraging Pharmaceutical Resources Christan Sweeney and Shehzad Hoosein Currently in the cannabis industry, the standards and benchmarks for drug delivery, analytics and testing, consumer reporting, and packaging are basic in nature with substantial room for more sophistication and technology. Here’s how it can be improved. Read more »   How to Choose the Right Instrumentation for Cannabinoid and Terpene Analysis Bob Clifford, Craig Young, Alan Owens, Jim Mott, and Rachel Liberman This article explores the various techniques for conducting analysis of cannabinoids and terpenes. Read more »   Vapes: What Are You Actually Inhaling? Maha Haq, Ini Afia, and Neya Jourabchian A review of a study on vapes found four major factors related to the production of vape cartridges that warrant additional attention: cutting agents, temperature, flavoring, and hardware and heavy metals. Read more »     Tutorial Five Steps to Prepare Cannabis Testing Laboratories for ISO 17025 Audits Arun Apte This tutorial article outlines some of the steps that cannabis testing laboratories can take to prepare ahead of a third-party safety audit. Read more »       Research Dr. Sue Sisley: Advocating for Medical Cannabis Research, Patients, and Reform Megan L’Heureux Dr. Sue Sisley has been pioneering re-search in the U.S. cannabis industry and fighting for quality cannabis samples to conduct her clinical trials. We recently spoke to her about the challenges she’s faced, what’s ahead for her future research, and more. Read more »     Download the issue         ON DEMAND WEBCASTS   Editors’ Series: Cannabis Analytical Science Program Learn more »   Assuring Regulatory Compliance in Cannabis Testing: GC/MS/MS Analysis of the “Fast-5” Pesticides and What’s New in the World of GC/MS Testing Learn more »   Don't Let Risk Run Your Business: Simplify Compliance Learn more »     If you would like to submit an article to Cannabis Science and Technology contact Meg L'Heureux, Editor-in-Chief - MLHeureux@mmhgroup.com   Cannabis Science and Technology is free to qualified subscribers. To subscribe, Click here   Click here to contact the Cannabis Science and Technology sales team.