#32 Terpenes vs. Esters: Discovering Cannabis Compounds with Dr. Jordan Zager

Psychedelic Science for the People

03-10-2022 • 56 mins

Step aside, terpenes!  Dr. Jordan Zager, a biochemist and the founder of Dewey Scientific, shares some cutting-edge research about other volatile compounds found in cannabis. He explains that lesser-known compounds, such as esters, may be  responsible for the fruity flavor and aroma found in certain strains. Dr. Zager also shares what he learned from a research project comparing the chemotype data and the gene expression data of nine different commercial cannabis strains. Finally, he talks the latest breeding projects he is working on at Dewey Scientific.

Learn more about Dr. Zager’s work here: https://www.deweyscientific.com/

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