Top 8 Articles from 2018
We took a look at our most read articles from 2018; here are the top 8.
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1. The Quantitative Determination of Phytocannabinoids in Hemp Oils Using HPLC with UV Detection
Presented herein is a procedure for the quantitative determination of 11 important cannabinoids, including CBD, in hemp oil using high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) with ultraviolet (UV) detection.
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2. A Comprehensive Approach to Pesticide Residue Analysis in Cannabis
Here the authors present a straightforward acetonitrile extraction using a solid-phase extraction (SPE) cartridge and targeted dispersive solid-phase extraction (dSPE) cleanup. Read the full article
Left to right: Dr. Jacklyn R. Green, Shannon Hoffman, and Dr. Sue Sisley, M.D.
3. Pioneering Spirits: Three Women Leaders in Cannabis Science Share Their Trials, Tribulations, Successes, and Advice
"Cannabis Crossroads" shares inspiring stories of passion and persistence by highlighting the amazing efforts of some truly pioneering women: Shannon Hoffman, Dr. Jacklyn R. Green, and Dr. Sue Sisley, M.D. Read the full article
4. Error, Accuracy, and Precision
Find out if you know the difference between accuracy and precision. Read the full article
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5. Curbing the Cannabis Industry's Appetite for Energy
A look at energy consumption in the cannabis industry and suggestions on how cultivator's can reduce those costs. Read the full article
6. Advancing Chromatography Methods for Cannabis Analysis
Anthony Macherone, senior scientist at Agilent Technologies and visiting scientist at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, recently spoke to us about his research and the chromatographic techniques he's found to be most effective for profiling cannabinoids and terpenes, detecting pesticides, and residual solvents testing. Read the full interview
7. Goal-Oriented Extraction Processes
One of the key challenges when designing a cannabis processing plant is the overwhelming number of options available. A goal-oriented approach, focused on finding the best fit between process and physicochemical product attributes is critical. Read the full article
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8. Holding Data to a Higher Standard, Part I: A Guide to Standard Production, Use, and Data Validation
The complex question of whether or not data or results are valid involves both the testing process and the actual calculated results. Read the full article
Ep 26: Innovations in Drying and Curing to Protect Flower Quality
May 27th 2025In this latest installment of Noid Knowledge, we are joined by Dr. Allison Justice, Founder and CEO of the Hemp Mine, and David Sandelman COO, CTO & Co-Founder of Cannatrol. Here, Allison and David discuss innovations in cannabis drying and curing, focusing on the Cannatrol technology which controls vapor pressure, preserving trichome integrity, and flower quality. Additionally, Allison shares how the Cannabis Research Center and Coalition (CRC) is transition to an open-source model to support cultivators, researchers, and home growers.
Ep 25: Cannabis Quality Differentiation Beyond Cannabinoid Content
February 28th 2025In this latest installment of Noid Knowledge we are joined by Julie Kowalski, a leading mind in analytical chemistry and cannabis testing. Julie has arranged a very compelling symposium for Pittcon entitled Cannabis Aroma: Advances and Challenges in Determining and Commercializing Cannabis Product Quality Attributes. It is taking place on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, starting at 9:30 AM in room 209. The session features top notch speakers, including several previous guests of this show, and yours truly, discussing the next generation of quality assessment in cannabis.
