NanoChitinase: A Truncated-Enzyme, Polymer-Nanoparticle Biocoating for Preventing Post-Harvest Fungal Spoilage
TS-072614 — A highly stable, edible, nano-engineered chitinase formulation that provides superior antifungal protection for fruits, vegetables, and seeds by combining an enhanced chitinase variant with biodegradable polymer nanoparticles for extended shelf life and reduced post-harvest losses.
Post-harvest fungal spoilage remains one of the most costly challenges in global food supply chains, with up to 40–50% losses in onions and strawberries reported in major producing regions. Conventional chemical fungicides face increasing regulatory pressure, safety concerns, and resistance …
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Wood, David; Deeba, Farah; Rappleye, Chad; Watkins, Davita
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
Advanced Sensor Housing for Environmental Monitoring in Precision Agriculture and Beyond
TS-066793 — The Need
In agriculture, the accurate measurement of gasses such as nitrous oxide (N2O) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) is crucial for optimizing fertilizer use, minimizing greenhouse gas emissions, and reducing air pollution. Current monitoring technologies are often expensive, complex, and not suitable…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Khanal, Sami; Bevers, Noah; Shearer, Scott; Tkach, Chris
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
Tomato Lines Resistant to Bacterial Spot (Rx-3, Xv3, QTL-11), Verticillium (Ve), and Fusarium (I)
TS-065858 — The Need: In the modern agricultural landscape, tomato crops face significant threats from bacterial spot, Verticillium, and Fusarium, leading to substantial yield losses and economic strain for growers. Addressing these challenges is crucial to ensure a sustainable and profitable tomato industry.
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- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Francis, David
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
Novel Small-Molecule Natural Product Salt Enhancing Compounds
TS-065450 — The Need:
In the face of mounting health concerns related to excessive sodium intake, there is a pressing need within the food and beverage industry to develop products that maintain flavor profiles while reducing sodium content. With dietary risks being a significant contributor to global mortalit…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Peterson, Devin; Kokkinidou, Smaro "Smaro"; Peterson, Julie; Schwartz, Eric
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
RNA-TetherTech: Revolutionizing In Vivo Post-Transcriptional Gene Regulation
TS-064267 —
In the field of post-transcriptional gene regulation, understanding the functions of RNA-binding proteins is crucial for controlling cellular processes and development in organisms. However, the lack of reliable tools for studying these proteins in vivo, particularly in plant cells, has hindered p…
- College: College of Arts & Sciences
- Inventors: Cuerda Gil, Diego
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
Helenization:The next milestone of safety and quality control in fermented foods
TS-064186 — The Need:
In the culinary realm of fermented foods, there is a critical need to address the presence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in fermented foods. Representing a substantial risk to public health by fostering antibiotic resistance in consumers, awareness and concern around antibiotic-resist…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Wang, Hua; Fu, Siying; Li, Yutong
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
Texture Enhancer for Plant-Based Meat and Dairy Products
TS-064178 — The Need
In the ever-evolving landscape of plant-based protein alternatives, the demand for gluten-free, clean label options that authentically mimic the textural properties of traditional meat and cheese products is at an all-time high. Despite advancements, textural mimicry of meats and cheeses c…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Campanella, Osvaldo; Munoz Salgado, Andres
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
Advanced Biopesticides and Bio Stimulants for Sustainable Crop Protection and Growth Enhancement
TS-062409 — The Need: In the face of climate change and the diminishing efficacy of conventional pest control methods, the agricultural industry is in dire need of sustainable solutions to protect and enhance crop growth. The escalating disease pressure calls for innovative technologies that can bolster a plant…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Wang, Guo-Liang; Bhat, Prabhat; Pei, Dehua; Wang, Jiyang
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
Single-Pass Harvester for Whole-Plant Crops
TS-062238 — The Need:
Crop harvesting machinery is crop-specific and focused on maximizing either grain or stalk collection, necessitating multiple passes with different, specialized machinery, to harvest and manage crop residue. Multiple passes with different machinery is costly, often prohibiting the diversi…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Shearer, Scott; Klopfenstein, Andrew "Andrew"; Parsons, Nate; Shah, Ajay
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
Cryogenic Extraction of Natural Rubber
TS-062209 — The Need: Advancing Sustainable Natural Rubber Production for Medical and Consumer Applications
The demand for natural rubber in industrial, medical, and consumer products is significant, but traditional extraction methods have limitations. Current approaches involve chemical defoliants or flame tr…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Cornish, Katrina
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason
"Jay"
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