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Waste-Valorized Nutrition: Functional Feed Ingredients from Dairy and Seafood Byproducts
TS-071371 — Convert dairy and seafood byproducts into high-performance aquafeed ingredients that enhance profitability, sustainability, and feed quality.
Overview
Dairy and seafood processing industries generate significant volumes of nutrient-rich byproducts each year, yet managing this waste remains costly and inefficient. This technology from Ohio State University converts these byproducts into stable, functional feed additives—providing a …
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Kuo, Chih Chun; Campanella, Osvaldo; Dabrowski, Konrad
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Modular UV Smart Lid System for Enhanced Food Preservation
TS-071056 — The Need
Food waste remains a significant global issue, with the average American discarding over 100 pounds of food annually, amounting to nearly $2,800 in losses per household. A substantial portion of this waste results from premature spoilage due to microbial contamination and suboptimal storage…
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Wisniewski, Dan; Jacovsky, Matt; Lewis, Tim; Nance, Steven; Remedios, Xavier; Sweet, Joe
- Licensing Officer: Sharick, Joe
Sustainable Packaging Innovation: Engineered for Rapid, Reliable Decomposition
TS-070312 —
Upgrade to packaging that combines robust functional performance with enhanced biodegradability for diverse applications.
The accumulation of plastic waste in the environment threatens ecosystems and public health, as traditional plastics resist degradation. This innovative material offers a sustainable alternative by significantly accelerating the breakdown of packaging, even in challenging low-oxygen conditions.
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- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Pascall, Melvin; Ezeji, Thaddeus; Yousef, Ahmed
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
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"
Ultra Sheer Technology (UST): Revolutionizing Protein Blending for Superior Nutrition and Taste
TS-065233 — The Need: The food industry grapples with meeting escalating consumer demands for health-centric, eco-friendly, and economically viable protein-based diets. Despite the surge in popularity of plant-based milk products, consumer reluctance persists due to lackluster flavors and compromised taste. Add…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Balasubramaniam, V M "Bala"; Janahar, Jerish Joyner; Jimenez-Flores, Rafael
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Novel Small Molecule for Saltiness Enhancement
TS-064188 — The Need:
In a world grappling with the consequences of poor dietary choices, the imperative to address the global health crisis has never been more critical. Poor diets contribute to 1 in 5 deaths globally, with non-optimal sodium intake being a primary culprit. The USDA recommends a reduction of …
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Peterson, Devin; Tello Camacho, Edisson; Wang, Irene
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Small molecules that suppress heat/pain perception
TS-064187 — The Need
In the culinary and pharmaceutical realms, the need for a groundbreaking solution to modulate flavor and alleviate sensory perceptions is crucial. Businesses seek innovative ways to enhance consumer experiences by addressing pungency in foods and alleviating burn or pain sensations in phar…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Peterson, Devin; Borcherding, Joel
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
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"
Improved pyranoanthocyanin formation
TS-062262 — The Need: Food companies face increasing demand for naturally derived colorants due to consumers' health concerns over synthetic dyes. While anthocyanins from fruits and vegetables offer vibrant colors, they are subject to degradation and have limited stability under various conditions, making t…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Straathof, Nicole; Giusti, M. Monica
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
