Michael Backes
Michael Backes is a cannabis science and policy specialist based in southern California.
He founded the first evidence-based medical cannabis dispensary and remains active in cannabis research and education.
Backes is involved with Project CBD, a non-profit promoting cannabidiol research, and the International Association for Cannabinoid Medicines.
He also serves on the American Herbal Products Association's Cannabis Committee.
With extensive experience in the field, Backes brings a scientific and balanced approach to cannabis education, focusing on its medicinal applications and potential benefits while acknowledging areas that require further research.
