// Who They Are
PhD chemist who studied under George Whitesides at Harvard, with prior research experience in solid state physics at a German national laboratory. He pivoted to cannabis consumer protection after using X-ray fluorescence to discover that counterfeit vape cartridges made of brass alloys containing 3% lead were being funneled disproportionately to children through internet sales. He founded a nonprofit focused on cannabis product testing and consumer protection, comparing the need to the early days of Consumer Reports.
// Notable Quotes
" Our system was funneling all the leaded carts to the children because the internet is where you buy the knockoffs. "
" I've had pre-rolls labeled 30% total THC that actually tested at 14%... it's a really standard boardroom conversation of like, what's our trim ratio going to be? "