Upcoming Events
- Cannabis Genomics Conference 2025Wed, 18 JunBerlin
- Cannabis Genomics ConferenceThu, 14 MarBotanical Institute of Barcelona
We are thrilled to announce the continuation of the Cannabis Genomics Conference in 2025! For its 2nd edition, CGC will move to Berlin, following its recent partnership with Humboldt University Berlin. As a premier forum for the exploration of Cannabis genomics, the CGC remains committed to showcasing the latest advancements and future trajectories in this dynamic field. Our conference continues to prioritize the investigation of untapped genetic reservoirs, while also addressing the crucial aspects of conservation and accessibility for researchers, industry professionals, and consumers alike. By convening global leaders in research and industry, the CGC aims to provide invaluable insights into the current landscape of Cannabis genomics, anticipate upcoming challenges, and collectively develop responsible strategies to fully unlock the plant's genetic potential.
Location
The conference will be hosted at the Humboldt University of Berlin in the Festzaal, located in the heart of the city.
University of Colorado, Shore/420 Organics
Anna Schawabe
Ph.D. in Biological Education and Cannabis Genetics. Distinguished published researcher and associate Professor teaching "Modern Cannabis Science".
University of Colorado, Shore/420 Organics
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Machel A. Emanuel
Dr. Machel Emanuel is a Lecturer and Researcher in the Department of Life Sciences at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, Jamaica, where he leads the Life Science Cannabis Research Group. He collaborates internationally with partners like Humboldt Seed Company and BioBizz to advance sustainable cannabis production. Dr. Emanuel also serves as Vice-Chair of Jamaica’s Cannabis Technical Committee and was featured on Leaf Nation’s 2024 Impact List.
Department of Plant Agriculture
University of Guelph
Max Jones
Dr. Jones is an associate professor specializing in plant tissue culture and biotechnology. He has been working almost exclusive with cannabis for about 10 years and in 2018 was among the first researchers in Canada to obtain a research license to cultivate cannabis on campus. He has published over 70 peer reviewed journal articles, several book chapters, and is a leading authority in cannabis micropropagation and biotechnology.
Agricultural Genomics Foundation, Cornell Cooperative Extension, CU Boulder
Daniela Vergara
Founder of the AGF, making hemp and cannabinoid science available to a broad public. ‘Emerging Crop Specialist’ and renowned researcher with scientific publications featured in The Atlantic, Science, and FiveThirtyEight.
Cannaflos GmbH
Dr. Carlos Ribelles
Heads Cannaflos Genetics SL and is Laboratory director responsible for supervising and carrying out research projects on cannabis genetics. He is a Biotechnology and Tissue culture specialist, with wide experience in Genome editing, plant health and breeding.
Naktuinbouw
Judith J. Meijles
Graduated in Plant Breeding at Wageningen University. Technical examiner for Plant Breeders’ Rights (PBR) at the Variety Testing Department (Naktuinbouw, NL) with focus on Cannabis.
Naktuinbouw
Lizah van den Engel
Medical and moleculair biologist performing quality tests for DUS (Distincness, Uniformity, Stability) to obtain registration and/or Plant Breeders' Rights at the Variety Testing Department (Naktuinbouw, NL).
Humboldt University, Research Genetics
Daniel Huebner
Daniel S. Hübner is the founder and CEO of Research Genetics, a Berlin-based company specializing in the development, research, and distribution of genetically refined cannabis cultivars. He is currently pursuing his PhD in plant science at Humboldt University of Berlin, where his research focuses on cannabis genetics, metabolomics, and sustainable cultivation. Through Research Genetics, he bridges scientific innovation and commercial application to shape the future of cannabis research and regulation in Europe.
Opening Speech
13:15 - 13:30
Arrival
13:00 - 13:15
13:30 - 18:00
Speaker Presentations
18:00 - 19:30
Networking drinks
Agenda
Partners & Sponsors
Welcome
13:15 - 13:30
Daniel Huebner
Arrival
13:00 - 13:15
13:30 - 18:00
Speaker Presentations
18:00 - 19:30
Anna Schwabe
Networking drinks
Manica Balant
17:50 - 18:10
Integrating genomic and morphometric approaches to study the diversity of wild Cannabis populations
In person
Daniela Vergara
Cannabis sativa genomic diversity and the cannabinoid genes
Online
18:10 - 18:30
Online
15 min.
Break
Yesid A. Ramirez
Phenotypic and chemotypic diversity of medicinal Cannabis sativa Chemovars legally cultivated in Colombia
18:45 - 19:05
In person
Judith J. Meijles
& Lizah van den Engel
Plant Breeders’ Rights Trials in the Netherlands to protect new Cannabis varieties
19:05 - 19:25
In person
Hybrid
19:25 - 20:00
Discussion
20:00 - 21:30
Cocktail dinner
Agenda
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Cannaflos Genetics
Cannaflos Genetics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cannaflos GmbH. Operating from within the Parc Científic de la Universitat de València, Cannaflos Genetics aims to drive genetic diversity and traceability of the Cannabis plant to deliver high impact cultivars for Medical development. They conduct pioneering research and developement on their unique germplasm bank of 130+ landraise genetics from 27 countries. They have developed 14 Pharma-grade, Virus free & Nagoya compliant, Cannabis sativa L. Cultivars (CPVO registered, EU) through an ongoing breeding program of elite cultivars for medical purposes. Cannaflos holds exclusive research collaborations with the Botanical Institute of Barcelona & University of Valencia over the analysis of our Cannabis traditional uses database and genome sequencing studies.
Research Genetics
Research Genetics is a research-based company based in Berlin that specializes in the development and application of state-of-the-art in vitro technologies in the cannabis sector. The focus is on the production of sterile, genetically stable plant materials using cannabis tissue culture—currently the most efficient method for disease-free and reproducible plant propagation. The company operates a specialized in vitro laboratory focused on producing high-quality clones for research, development, and controlled production. Tiny plant parts are cultivated under sterile conditions to produce completely purified, high-performance plants that are free of pests and viruses.
Research Genetics places a particular focus on the standardization of scientific cannabis cultivars. To this end, the company develops robust, characterized genetic lines that are specifically tailored to the needs of academic and scientific institutions. These so-called research cultivars are distributed worldwide to universities and laboratories as in vitro plants to ensure global comparability of research results—a previously missing but
essential step for the internationalization of cannabis research.
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Organizers
Cannabis Research Lab - Humboldt University
The Cannabis Research Lab at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin is a leading interdisciplinary initiative dedicated to advancing scientific understanding of Cannabis sativa L. across various domains, including plant biology, medicine, economics, and public policy. This lab operates under the umbrella of the Cannabis Research Class, part of the university's Deutschlandstipendium program, which supports outstanding students in conducting innovative research.
What to expect
The conference will bring together leading researchers in Cannabis investigation, showcasing their latest findings in Cannabis genomics and related disciplines. Representatives from the Naktuinbouw will present insights into the Cannabis cultivar registration process. The presentations will be followed by a discussion exploring the future research directions and challenges researchers, industry professionals and regulatory organs are facing.
The conference will be held in a hybrid format, allowing for both online and in-person participation, with a limited number of in-person slots available.
Pre-registration is open until March 4th, 2024. We look forward to your participation!
Location
The conference will be hosted at The Botanical Institute of Barcelona (CSIC-CMCNB) in the Sala Salvador.