Abstract:
This lecture presents our cannabis research, conducted in collaboration with the University of British Columbia (UBC) Chemistry Department.
Bridging the gap between analytical chemistry, machine learning, and synthetic chemistry, this compilation of studies explores the multifaceted nature of cannabis compounds. We begin with advancements in extraction techniques, utilizing machine learning to optimize yield predictions in large-scale botanical recovery, specifically focusing on cannabis. This approach significantly enhances the efficiency and precision of extraction processes. We then transitions to molecular analysis, examining the stability and transformation of CBD derivatives, highlighting the need for
robust quality control in product development. Additionally, the lecture addresses the critical aspect of safety in cannabis use by exploring innovative strategies for heavy metal testing, demonstrating how pooling methods can reduce testing resources while maintaining safety standards. The lecture will answer the question of how to build the best joint, the implications of joint architecture on cannabis consumption, offering insights into optimizing product efficacy and consumer experience.
Overall, this lecture encapsulates the collaborative efforts between academia and innovative research, providing a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and potential of cannabis chemistry.
About Dr. Roggen:
Dr. Markus Roggen is founder of Controlled Chemistry, an academic joint venture licensed for cannabis research focused on artificial intelligence (AI) for process optimization and next generation analytical chemistry. Controlled Chemistry is the rebirth of Delic Labs / Complex Biotech Discovery, reorganized towards chemical research of fundamental cannabis science.
Dr. Roggen received his M/Sci degree from Imperial College, London, UK in 2008. He received his PhD in 2012 in organic chemistry at the Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich (ETHZ). And completed a post-doctoral fellowship in physical organic chemistry at The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla in 2014. He then entered the cannabis industry in 2014 and since has held executive positions in analytical and production companies. His research into process optimization and analytical methods has been recognized with several awards, ElSohley Award of the American Chemical Society, Cannabis Scientist Power List 2020, 2021 & 2022, 40 under 40 by Marijuana Venture Magazine, among others. Dr. Roggen is also a trusted advisor and mentor to multiple startups, startup accelerators and organizations.