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Revolutionary Stir Stick Detects Drink-Spiking Drugs in 30 Seconds

3/28/2025

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Researchers at the University of British Columbia have unveiled Spikeless, an innovative stir stick that can identify drink-spiking drugs like GHB and ketamine in just 30 seconds. This game-changing, single-use tool empowers venues to take charge of safety, garnering enthusiastic support from the hospitality industry as it enters real-world testing.

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Researchers at the University of British Columbia have unveiled Spikeless, an innovative stir stick that can identify drink-spiking drugs like GHB and ketamine in just 30 seconds. This game-changing, single-use tool empowers venues to take charge of safety, garnering enthusiastic support from the hospitality industry as it enters real-world testing.