CHEM 4421 - Cannabis Chemistry

An exploration of the terpene to cannabinoid compounds including biosynthesis pathways; human receptor structures and mechanism; current analytical methods for Quality Assurance and Quality Contorl and current research in medical applications. Prerequisite: Organic Chemistry I with a C- or higher (Chem 3411 or Chem 3481), and corequisite/prerequisite: Organic Chemistry II (CHEM 3421 or CHEM 3491). Cross-listed with CHEM 5421. Term offered: spring. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3