Analytical Cannabis 

Analytical Cannabis Expo West Online 2021

The Science of Cannabis 2020 Online Symposium

Analytical Cannabis Expo East Online 2020

Workshop on Optimizing Performance and Maximizing Productivity When Measuring Heavy Metals in Cannabis and Hemp by Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry

The Science of Cannabis Extraction Online Symposium 2020

Analytical Cannabis Online Expo 2020

Speaking at the Analytical Cannabis Expo West Online 2021 in April, Wallace Harvey from Sartorius explored moisture content in cannabis.

Determining the moisture content of cannabis and products derived from it is critical throughout the entire manufacturing process - from harvesting to packaging of the finished product.  Water content influences a variety of factors including – product weight, active ingredient concentrations (THC), shelf life, susceptibility to contamination, flavor profiles, product consistency and more.  Excess moisture can subject cannabis and related products to a higher risk of microbial contamination, including bacteria, fungi, and various forms of yeast.  Contamination due to elevated moisture levels can thus prematurely shorten the shelf life of cannabis products. Consequently, an accurate analysis of moisture content in cannabis ensures product safety, as well as compliance with numerous state and local regulations. 

Various methods can be used to determine the moisture content. Common methods are Karl Fischer titration and the loss-on-drying method, which can be very time-consuming. 
In this study, we compare the classical oven (loss-on-drying) method with the infrared method, in which two moisture analyzers, Mark3 HP and MA160 from Sartorius, are tested with regard to analysis times and result precision as a function of both sample quantity and initial moisture content. The analysis of the results can assist those looking to optimize moisture determination in their cannabis products with regards to operating efficiencies and sample consumption. With the growing legality of cannabis and related products, the need for moisture-content analysis will surely increase. As a result, cannabis industry professionals will require easy, accurate, and fast methods of moisture analysis that can handle increasing levels of sample throughput.

Managing Influences on Moisture Content in Cannabis for Optimization of Sample Throughput, Accuracy and Precision of Results

Speaking in January 2021, Stephen Goldman, Chief Science Officer at Kaycha Labs presented his talk on automation in the cannabis testing laboratory.

Abstract: Cannabis and hemp laboratories must deal with regulations that are ever evolving, customers that are maturing quickly, and competition that is becoming more aggressive. To stay relevant, automation is one area that laboratories can improve in. Automation enables cost cutting areas which can provide flexibility in financial margins during times of downward facing pricing pressure. It also gives benefits to laboratory customers and can assist in achieving regulations and accreditations. This presentation will focus on software automation and equipment automation proving that automation is required for the competitive laboratories of tomorrow.

Automation in the Cannabis & Hemp Testing Laboratories of Tomorrow

Cannabidiol (CBD) is just the tip of the industrial iceberg. Making up just a fraction of cannabis’ potential, huge opportunities have been overlooked and new trends yet to be established. In the first of this three-part series, we will discuss the truth on CBD and see what the science really says about its potential risks and benefits. Explore the realms of scientific possibility and see what lays beyond the CBD trend.

During this webinar, Chris Tasker, CEO, Global Cannabinoid Solutions, discusses: 

•	CBD in Context, the myths and misconceptions

Cannabidiol (CBD) just the tip of the industrial Iceberg. Making up just a fraction of cannabis’ potential, huge opportunities have been overlooked and new trends yet to be established. Gain a scientific perspective on CBD, learning its potential risks and benefits and the future possibilities. 

•	Cannabis in context

What comes after the CBD trend? How does the wider cannabis debate impact our everyday life? What is the impact of our current cannabis legislation on society and how could we improve our laws by listening to the science? See what the science of cannabis has to say.

•	The significance of the endocannabinoid system

Take a deep dive into the fundamental system that underpins a whole industry. Explore the significance of the overlooked medical marvel of the endocannabinoid system and what it means for health, disease, and humanity.

CBD in Context: The Myths and Misconceptions

Latent lead from cannabis vape hardware is more common than expected and is missed by some state and national testing protocols.  We present a survey of results outlining the extent of the problem and how gaps in quality and testing systems can lead to latent lead exposure.  We recommend a combination of testing protocols, supplier quality management, and consumer transparency to drive the lead out of the vape hardware supply chain.

This webinar was hosted by Analytical Cannabis in November 2020 and the speakers were Dr Francis Boero & Dr Houssain El-Aribi.

Vape Hardware - Protecting Customers from Latent Lead

As the nascent cannabis industry grows, there is a burgeoning demand for novel approaches to pathogen detection in a variety of cannabis matrices. Notably, a need for fungal testing in cannabis products has been indicated. While fungal analysis has historically been conducted utilizing cultural methodology, there has been a recent focus on alternative, molecular-based assays for fungal detection and identification in cannabis. In response to innovation in the industry and a desire for more rapid, highly specific approaches to testing, molecular-based testing platforms were evaluated for the detection and identification of Aspergillus spp. in cannabis.

This webinar was hosted by Analytical Cannabis in July 2020 and the speaker was Julia Bramante, Marijuana Reference Laboratory Lead Scientist and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

Important Considerations for Molecular Approaches to Screening Methods for the Detection of Aspergillus spp, in Cannabis

Meeting government microbial bioburden standards can be challenging, especially for flower. There are, however, safe and effective treatments that enable plant material to pass state limits on microbial contamination. In this webinar, we will be exploring these treatments including ozone, microwaves, and irradiation. In addition, we will look at approaches for maintaining low levels of microbes once the materials are on the shelf. These methods can be used in concert to ensure compliance and healthful products along the entire supply chain. Adopting the proper strategy assures the quality of the product, as well as maximizing public safety and profits.

This webinar covered:

•	State limits for cannabis microbial contamination
•	Safe and effective treatments for remediation of microbes
•	Strategies to limit microbial contamination in cannabis crop
•	Methods to ensure compliance along the entire cannabis supply chain

This webinar was hosted by Analytical Cannabis in May 2020 and the speaker was Dr. Roger Kern, Agate Biosciences, LLC.

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