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A federally funded study may have just changed the cannabis conversation in a big way. In this episode of TDR Cannabis in Five, presented by Flowhub, host Shadd Dales breaks down a potential breakthrough in marijuana breathalyzer technology — and what it could mean for law enforcement, cannabis policy, and the broader industry.Researchers backed by the U.S. Justice Department have developed a portable, low-cost device that can detect THC roadside using a 3D-printed cartridge system. Unlike most cannabis breathalyzers that require lab testing after sample collection, this device is designed to deliver results on the spot — no lab, no delay.The technology works through a color-changing chemical reaction that can detect THC in concentrations as low as 10 nanograms, and can even distinguish between THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids. From a scientific standpoint, it’s real progress.But here’s the catch — detecting THC and proving impairment are two very different things. THC stays in the body longer than alcohol, and even the researchers behind this study acknowledge that presence doesn’t equal impairment. There are still major questions around thresholds, false positives, and enforcement consistency that need to be worked out.Shadd breaks down both the promise and the complications, and explains why solving this problem could ultimately accelerate legalization at the federal level.#CannabisNews #THCBreathalyzer #CannabisLegalization #CannabisPolicy #TDRCannabis #Flowhub #MarijuanaDUI #CannabisIndustry #CannabisScience #LegalCannabisWant to see more Cannabis Reform videos?🎬    • How Media Gets the Cannabis Youth Conversa...  🎬    • Idaho Lawmakers Fighting to Keep Medical C...  🎬    • Missouri Moves to Ban Hemp THC Products | ...  🎬    • What’s Really Happening With Cannabis Resc...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:

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