In a new study, researchers outline the development of a first-of-its-kind, handheld electrochemical sensor that can accurately detect fentanyl in urine within seconds.
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Seizures by law enforcement officials of psilocybin, a compound found in psychedelic mushrooms, have increased by 369% since 2017, a new study shows.
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According to CFSRE, Poison Control Center cases involving tianeptine exposure increased nationwide from 11 total cases between 2000 and 2013 to 151 cases in 2020.
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Researchers address the need for simple, cost-effective ways to differentiate hemp from marijuana.
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The funding will enable Montgomery County’s Police Department (MD) to handle cases with greater efficiency, process evidence more quickly and stay updated on advancements in forensic science.
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Scientists recently tested illicit drugs purchased online and were not surprised to find about 35% were not what they said they were, increasing the risk of unwanted side effects, potential overdose and death.
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Researchers at MIT have taken a different approach to the drug crisis. A new hybrid program recently convened 34 innovators to build and pitch new ventures with the goal of bringing life-saving innovations to the field.
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The purpose of this report is provide information on an atypical batch of counterfeit tablets that was received and tested which contained multiple complex drug mixtures representing a significant health threat.
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The method can simultaneously analyze 96 blood samples that could contain opioids such as fentanyl in under three minutes—twice as quickly as other techniques.
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The researchers measured delta-8 use for the first time in 2023 to investigate the drug’s popularity among teens as more hemp-derived THC products enter the market and become accessible.
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