Ep 10: From TikTok Connections to Cannabis Education and Collaborations—Two Cannabis Scientists Designing Their Own Path
On this month’s episode, we are joined by Miyabe Shields, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer and Riley Kirk, PhD, Cannabis Research Scientist at Real Isolates, LLC. Together, we discuss the science of cannabis, and highlight both Dr. Shields’ and Dr. Kirk’s education and personal experiences as well as their current work educating the masses through social media and their work at Real Isolates, LLC.
The 2025 YouGov survey data from more than 31,000 US adults show significant support for recreational cannabis legalization, medical use, and federal reclassification.
A lack of standards for cannabis vape devices puts consumers at risk, but several organizations are committed to the research, collaboration, and solutions needed to promote safety and quality in the industry.
Cannabis genetics fundamentally dictate the plant's potential for chemical signatures, including cannabinoid and terpene profiles, and physical traits, such as yield. Cultivators use selective techniques, such as "stacking," to enhance specific compounds. Ultimately, successful cultivation involves balancing superior genetics with environmental "levers" to optimize gene expression and create targeted strains.
It’s that time of year again—the Cannabis Science and Technology (CST) top 10 articles from the previous year. CST published a wide variety of content throughout 2025. Here is just a small snippet of some of the top articles that our readers enjoyed. See if any of your favorites made the list!