Cannabis Science and Technology | Mapping the Road to Vape Device Safety and Standards

In Cannabis Science and Technology’s feature on vape device safety and standards, industry experts and researchers discuss the urgent need for science-based guidelines to protect consumers as the cannabis vaporizer market grows. My work at Lake Superior State University is cited in the article for uncovering PCTT polymer leaching from vape hardware using SEM, NMR, FTIR, and Raman analysis, revealing that these materials can migrate even in unused cartridges and underscoring the importance of material testing and shelf-life evaluation. This research helps illustrate the real risks posed by current devices and why rigorous standards matter for both safety and industry legitimacy