I really enjoy this process and seeing fruits of so many scientists labor, exciting times.

Expert Review Panels

AOAC CASP now has three (3) vetted, active Expert Review Panels (ERPs).  The ERPs review methods that are submitted in response to calls for methods based on CASP SMPRs.  The CASP Cannabinoids ERP is chaired by Dr. Melissa Phillips of NIST and recently looked at methods for cannabinoids in chocolate, the Chemical Contaminants ERP is chaired by Andrew Pham of Alkemist Laboratories and will meet on December 16 to review a method for heavy metals in cannabis, and the Microbial Contaminants ERP is chaired by Julia Bramante and will eventually review methods submitted for the SMPRs developed by the Microbial Contaminants Working Group. 

 ERPs typically meet during AOAC’s Analytical Methods Weeks.  In 2021, methods weeks are scheduled for the weeks of April 26, August 2, and December 13.  For more information including open calls for methods please see the website.

I am learning so much being a part of the ERP for heavy metals, between sample preparation methods to the method setup/conditions to the validation parameters. Enjoying the process and looking forward to seeing this approved, it will on strengthen testing and improve patient safety.