Yousoon Baek, Ph.D., is a lecturer in the School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University. Yousoon’s expertise focuses primarily around hemp production and processing. With a comprehensive background in plant sciences encompassing physiology, genetics, and molecular biology, her particular interest lies in plant reproduction. She actively collaborates with faculties at Cornell University to develop courses, integrating their pioneering research in hemp sciences to enhance the course content and provide students with the latest advancement in the field.
Course Overview
The extraction of cannabinoids from cannabis is a nuanced science that plays a critical role in determining the quality and efficacy of the final product. There are various methods of extraction, each suited to achieve specific results based on the desired end product.
In this course, you will review a range of extraction methods, including solvent-based extractions like alcohol (ethanol) extraction and supercritical fluid (CO2) extraction as well as hydrocarbon extraction using butane. You will also delve into solventless extraction methods and post-processing approaches.
Upon completion of the course, you will have the ability to analyze the purpose and process of various cannabinoid extraction methods, which will enable you to choose the most appropriate extraction method for your desired results.
You are required to have completed the following courses or have equivalent experience before taking this course:
- Hemp Markets and Products
- Hemp Cannabinoid Extraction and Post-Extraction Process
Key Course Takeaways
- Analyze the purpose and process of cannabinoid extraction as well as the different methods available to you
- Explore solvent-based extraction methods
- Explore solventless extraction methods

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Who Should Enroll
- Hemp entrepreneurs and startups
- CBD product developers
- Growers and cultivation managers
- Technicians and researchers
- Educators and trainers
- Cannabis program coordinators
- Environmental scientists
- Green builders, architects, and sustainability practitioners
- Quality and compliance managers
- Agriculture and cannabis regulators
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