Abstrax Tech, Inc
T.J. Martin has a diverse work experience in the field of research and development, with a particular focus on chemistry. Starting in 2018, T.J. worked at Abstrax Tech, Inc, taking on various roles including R&D Chemist, Director of Research and Development, and currently holds the position of VP of Research and Development. Prior to this, T.J. gained valuable experience at The University of Texas at Dallas as a Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant. In these roles, T.J. conducted laboratory lessons, maintained records, demonstrated the use of various analytical instruments, synthesized and characterized materials, and presented research findings. Before joining the university, T.J. worked as a Chemist at So Cal Pumping Co., where they improved the quality of sold used cooking oils. Furthermore, T.J. served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, where they designed an organic chemistry lab series focusing on alternative fuels and created a petroleum-free polymer using seed oils.
From 2008 to 2014, T.J. Martin attended California State Polytechnic University-Pomona. During this period, they pursued a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Chemistry.
Abstrax Tech, Inc
Abstrax is a California-based company that is a leader of cannabis research and product development with a specific focus on the study of botanical and cannabis-derived functional flavors and fragrances (also known as terpenes and aroma compounds). The terpene industry is a rapidly growing segment of the global flavor & fragrance market which is expected to grow to $35 billion by 2024. This market segment includes the cannabis, CBD, skincare, cosmetics, and food and beverage industries. As a leading innovator in the industry, Abstrax offers the largest catalogue of award-winning, botanically-derived terpene flavor and fragrance blends. With a state-of-the-art type 7 cannabis licensed laboratory located in Long Beach CA and unparalleled customer service, we are dedicated to offering new and precedent-setting terpene flavor systems. We leverage the technical expertise of our scientific staff and our proprietary equipment which is specifically designed to study and extract complex mixtures of botanical aroma compounds via three-dimensional analysis of strain profiles. We work with internationally recognized brands and product developers to create products that thrill our customers. Our custom terpene and product formulations are designed for use in vapes, concentrates, skincare topicals, tinctures, alcohol, food, energy drinks, personal care, and more. We help our partners and brands develop their cannabis inspired products from concept to production.