In this episode we take a deep dive into some of the most fascinating aspects of cannabis that not even I had heard of before. We sit down with Dr. Alex Guenther and Dr. William Vizuete of Pacific Environmetal Analytics, to explore the increadible role plants play within our complex atmosphere. But most importantly, how within the entire plant kingdom Cannabis stands out as a particulalry unique and valuable species.

Cannabis Science Podcast is deeply influenced by radio and music. What better way to blend these two things together than to have some Bonus music from our very own DJ Paperwave and Brentwoods with one of their new tracks calle Lo-Fi Juke. Enjoy! Additional resources and information http://www.cannabisconciencia.org http://www.coopradio.org Music by Brentwoods x Paperwave

For many people throughout the cannabis industry, the words hydrocarbon extraction often elicits very “polarizing” opinions. For some, it’s the ideal method for creating the best cannabis concentrates currently available. For others, it provokes images of toxic by-products and explosive outcomes. The reality of course, is somewhere in between. If done correctly hydrocarbon extraction can definitely produce some incredible products, but when performed incorrectly the results can often be...

As humans, we need certain temperatures and humidity levels in our environment for our bodies to be at their best, and Cannabis Sativa is no different. When conditions drift outside these ranges, bad things usually start happening. For today’s episode we wanted to invite an engineer and expert in heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and dehumidification to help us better understand all this. Roberto Battiston, Chief Technology Officer for Inspire Transpiration Solutions, explains how ideal...

For many people throughout the cannabis industry, the words hydrocarbon extraction often elicits very “polarizing” opinions. For some, it’s the ideal method for creating the best cannabis concentrates currently available. For others, it provokes images of toxic by-products and explosive outcomes. The reality of course, is somewhere in between. If done correctly hydrocarbon extraction can definitely produce some incredible products, but when performed incorrectly the results can often be...

Throughout North America’s heartland, farmers are once again turning to hemp cultivation as a cash crop. To improve overall crop quality and yields, farmers have begun relying on enterprising start-ups like Dewey Scientific to help them achieve the best results. With state-of-the-art genomic analysis, Dr. Jordan Zager and Dr. Mark Lange, can peer much deeper into the inner workings of cannabis plants than ever before. This work has also led to fascinating discoveries within the field of...

As COVID-19 cases continue to surge worldwide, there’s been a lot of interest in exploring natural alternatives that could help us manage this and many other infections. One of the alternatives that some people have suggested are cannabis and cannabis-derived products, such as CBD. To do this topic justice, I invited Curt Robbins to join me and share his knowledge. Together, we make sense of all the data compiled from in vitro, pre-clinical, and clinical studies in order to answer an...

From coast to coast and all across the world there are two things that consumers have been focusing on extensively during this crisis, toilet paper and cannabis. As COVID-19 cases soar worldwide, so are cannabis sales in places where this is legal. Today we’re going to cover one of the bright spots in our current economy that hasn’t slowed down due to the virus. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/

As the saying goes “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. Dr. Debra Kimless, renowned physician and Chief Medical Officer for Pure Green gives us her take on the best ways to live a long and healthy life. Dr. Kimless is the person whom colleagues trust to help heal the patients with the direst of prognoses. In the process, she’s transformed the lives of countless people helping them to not only survive but thrive. In this episode I sit down with Dr. Kimless to discuss some of her...

Ever wondered what would happen if you used cannabis before a run, lifting weights, or playing a sport? Does cannabis help or hinder performance? As an athlete myself, I have been very curious about these exact questions as well as many others. Today we’ll be taking a look at what the science has to says about cannabis use in sports and fitness. If you are an elite athlete or just a physically active person who enjoys cannabis, this episode is for you. Additional information and...

With all the focus on THC and CBD, we often forget that it all started with CBN. Discovered long before any of the other more famous cannabinoids, cannabinol (aka CBN), has had a long and fascinating history. Despite this, only recently has CBN garnered the spotlight as a valuable therapeutic alternative to THC. The team takes a really deep dive in one of our most researched episodes yet. Join us as we reveal the often-untold scientific story of cannabinol. Additional information and...

The Canadian Government in the last few years has been on the global vanguard of cannabis industry regulations. A critical job within this new Canadian cannabis industry is that of Quality Assurance Person (or QAP). This science focused position forms the foundation for the operations of all licensed producers and cannabis processing facilities, but what does it actually entail? Today we speak with Dr. Cris Alves, CSP member and long-time QAP for various companies. We discuss requirements to...

Back from a well-earned vacation, Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he discusses an in-depth article from the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the causes behind vaping associated lung injuries in North America. We will continue to provide accurate updates on this very serious phenomenon as they become available. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/

I’m sure many people have heard about the “Entourage Effect”, also known as synergism between cannabinoids and other compound in cannabis. But is that actually true? Can the compounds in cannabis really come together to create a significantly different effect or is it just that these compounds are each beneficial and are able to coexist together. Each one having a specific beneficial effect that is simply present or not depending whether you have the compounds there or not. In essence, is the...

Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a paper from Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, BC. The paper titled; Pathogens and Molds Affecting Production and Quality of Cannabis sativa L., was published in the journal FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE. Punja Z, et al. Pathogens and Molds Affecting Production and Quality of Cannabis sativa L. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE. 2019 Additional information and...

Stephen “Steve” Goldner was a pharma wunderkind. At age 22 he and his mentor created the modern formulation for methadone used as standard treatment for opioid dependence worldwide. Since then, he and his team have gotten 100’s of drugs and medical devices approved for sale around the world. Yet, as a child of the 60’s Steve saw first-hand the lasting horrors of the the Vietnam War on many of his closest friends and school mates. Driven to act by their unending suffering, Steven wanted to...

Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a paper from the Institute of Plant Sciences in Bet Dagan, Israel which focuses on furthering our understanding of synergism found within cannabis. The paper titled; Terpenoids and phytocannabinoids co-produced in Cannabis Sativa strains show specific interaction for cell cytotoxic activity, was published in the journal MOLECULES. Namdar D, et al. Terpenoids and phytocannabinoids co-produced in...

The cannabinoids created within cannabis flowers in their raw form are inactive. It is only when they are “activated” that they become therapeutically useful to us. This process is commonly known as decarboxylation. In this episode we take a look at the chemistry of cannabinoid decarboxylation. We cover the best methods to decarboxylate your cannabis at home, as well as those used by large cannabis companies to produce there medicinal products. It’s a deep dive into a critical, yet often...

Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a fascinating paper from a collaboration between Steep Hill Labs and Medicinal Genomics. Focusing on identifying the complete genomic sequences of the terpene synthase family of Cannabis directly involved in the synthesis of terpene molecules within the plant and how they vary between plant subtypes. The paper titled; Genomic characterization of the complete terpene synthase gene family from Cannabis...

Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews an amazing paper from various universities around the US. Focusing on the coal producing areas of the Eastern States. The paper titled; Enhanced tolerance of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) plants on abandoned mine land soil leads to overexpression of cannabinoids, published in the journal PLOSONE. Husain R, et al. Enhanced tolerance of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) plants on abandoned...

In humans, cannabis has long been known to be effective at relieving a variety of different conditions. But what happens in the case of our animal companions, does it work for them as well? The team takes a look at a few studies that try to answer this question. Including whether veterinarians in the US and Canada recommend giving cannabis or cannabis products as medication to our furry friends. Can canines use cannabis! Tune in to find out! Additional information and...

Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a paper from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in Israel. The paper titled; Lettuce Chlorosis Virus Disease: A New Threat to Cannabis Production published in the journal VIRUSES. Hadad L, et al. Lettuce Chlorosis Virus Disease: A New Threat to Cannabis Production. VIRUSES. 2019 Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/

Dr. Cris Alves discusses the latest in cannabis science and industry news. Today he reviews a very interesting paper from McGill University in Montreal. The paper titled; Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria for Cannabis Production: Yield, Cannabinoid Profile and Disease Resistance published in the journal FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY. Additional information and references: https://cannabisconciencia.org/ http://www.coopradio.org/