Robert Connell Clarke

Biography:

• Graduated from the University of California Santa Cruz in 1977
• Co-created the cannabis seed bank Cultivators Choice with David P. Watson
• Co-founded Hortapharm B.V., a Dutch cannabis research and development business
• Managed the International Hemp Association
• Wrote for High Times under the pseudonym R. Connoisseur

Academic Research:

• Self-published undergraduate research dissertation in 1977 titled The botany and ecology of Cannabis
• Key publications include Marijuana Botany and Hashish!
• Co-authored Hemp Diseases and Pests with John M. McPartland and David P. Watson
• Co-authored Cannabis: Evolution and Ethnobotany with Mark D. Merlin
• Publications like Marijuana Botany played a role in spreading plant science to the public

Ethnobotanical Research:

• Studied local cannabis varieties, cultures, and practices globally
• Developed methodological tools for cannabis research
• Discovered archaeological remains of cannabis in the Israeli Tel Arad site
• Documented exploration of traditional hemp cultures in Turkey in a promotional documentary in 2018
• Engaged in fieldwork to study various local cannabis practices worldwide

References:

• Various publications and articles by Clarke and co-authors
• Articles in journals like The New York Times and National Geographic Spain
• Interviews and documentaries documenting Clarke’s work and findings
• References to Clarke’s contributions in cannabis research and ethnobotany
• Citations in academic works related to cannabis cultivation and history

Contributions and Impact:

• Involvement in the cannabis industry spanning breeding, research, and advocacy
• Advancing knowledge of cannabis botany and evolution
• Collaboration with experts in the field to publish significant works
• Recognition for spreading awareness about cannabis science and ethnobotany
• Ongoing impact on the field of cannabis research and development

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