Lower Sodium, No Compromise: Novel small molecule that enhances perceived saltiness
TS-072972 — 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, leading the USDA to recommend a 30% reduction in sodium levels in foods to combat this cris…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Peterson, Devin; Tello Camacho, Edisson; Wang, Irene
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
FieldBright: Soil Sterilization for Modern Agriculture
TS-072825 — Unlock cleaner, healthier crops
and drive higher returns.
Overview
Crop losses and unpredictable yields from soil-borne threats remain a costly business challenge for growers. Traditional chemical treatments are increasingly restricted and can disrupt beneficial soil biology, limiting options for sustainable and organic producers. This light-based soil ste…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Lindsey, Alexander; Ball, Christopher; Lopez Nicora, Horacio
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
UpcycleBites: Turning Food Waste into Premium Plant-Based Snacks
TS-072718 — Unlock sustainability, nutrition, and market differentiation with this patented upcycling technology.
Summary
UpcycleBites transforms discarded watermelon rind into high-protein, high-fiber puffed snacks with pea protein and starch. This patented process enhances amino acid completeness, improves …
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Vodovotz, Yael; Campanella, Osvaldo; Ezeji, Thaddeus; Ghosh, Rinky; Knobloch, Thomas; Shetty, Hrithik; Weir, Mark
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Pure Flavor, Pure Potential: Next-Generation Fermentation for Plant-Based Foods
TS-072087 — Unlock exceptional taste, transparency,
and market growth in plant protein products with this breakthrough fermentation solution.
Overview
The challenge of
off-odors in plant proteins limits their broader adoption across the plant-based food market, despite strong consumer demand for sustainable, allergen-friendly options. Ohio State University’s innovative natural, two-stage microbial fermentation platform replaces c…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Kaur, Manpreet; Barringer, Sheryl
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
RuminMax Productivity Feed Additive: Transforming Efficiency and Sustainability in Modern Livestock
TS-071905 — Pairing measurable gains in productivity with sustainability for the modern livestock industry.
Overview
Methane emissions and feed inefficiency remain key barriers to both profitability and sustainability in ruminant livestock production. Current methane reducers rarely deliver productivity gains, limiting their appeal to producers. By aligning sustainability with measurable business outcom…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Pittaluga Rossi, Alejandro; Relling, Alejandro "ale"
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Smart Blueberry Extract: The Modern Natural Health Solution for Inflammation Relief and Wellness
TS-071830 — Unlocking plant-powered solutions to deliver effective inflammation relief
and enhance disease outcomes.
Overview
Chronic inflammation driven by elevated interleukin-11 (IL-11) is a critical underlying cause of tissue scarring and cancer, worsening the disease outcomes over time. Current anti-inflammatory options fall short, offering limited control over IL-11 and failing to stop its persistent buildu…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Giusti, M. Monica; Prasher, Harmeen; Sellers, Patrick; Ziouzenkova, Ouliana
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Waste-Valorized Nutrition: Functional Feed Ingredients from Dairy and Seafood Byproducts
TS-071371 — Convert dairy
and sea
food byproducts into high-performance aquafeed ingredients that enhance pr
ofitability, 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
Safeguarding Swine Health with a Recombination-Resistant PEDV Vaccine
TS-070563 — Protect neonatal piglets with a genetically stable, live attenuated vaccine that eliminates recombination risk
and boosts immunity.
Overview
Despite ongoing vaccination efforts, PEDV continues to challenge swine producers with outbreaks that compromise piglet survival and herd productivity. Existing live attenuated vaccines, while immunogenic, are constrained by recombination and reversion risks, limiting their safety and re…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Wang, Qiuhong; Liu, Mingde
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
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.
…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Pascall, Melvin; Ezeji, Thaddeus; Yousef, Ahmed
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Precision Soil Health: The Key to Sustainable, High-Yield Farming
TS-070310 —
An integrated soil health assessment
and management platform that empowers growers to boost yields
and sustainability through data-driven decisions.
Soil health is the cornerstone of sustainable agriculture, yet traditional management often overlooks the complex interactions that drive crop performance and
environmental outcomes. Many growers struggle to optimize yields and reduce input costs due to limited, fragmented soil data. This techno…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Dick, Richard; Renz, Peter
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Unlocking Value in Rubber Processing: Safe, Cost-Effective Separation Technology
TS-070296 — Delivering a streamlined, eco-friendly solution for industrial natural rubber extraction.
Overview
Natural rubber is essential to industries ranging from automotive to medical devices and consumer goods. Traditional extraction methods rely on hazardous solvents or energy-intensive mechanical processes, leading to high costs, environmental concerns, and limited scalability.
The Op…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Puskas, Judit; Polyak, Peter
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Eco-Friendly Fungal Solutions for Sustainable Soybean Cyst Nematode Control
TS-068701 — Protect soybean yields
and soil health with sustainable fungal biocontrol agents that naturally manage nematode threats.
The Need
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is the leading cause of yield loss in global soybean production, costing the industry billions annually. As traditional management methods lose effectiveness and chemical nematicides face increasing restrictions, growers urgently need sustainable, effective alter…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Medina Lopez, Melanie; Benitez Ponce, Maria Soledad; Lopez Nicora, Horacio
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
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.
…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Francis, David
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
Specific Pathogen Free Turkey Eggs
TS-065846 — The Need: With the persistent threat of avian diseases, ensuring the health and safety of turkey populations is of utmost importance to the poultry industry. Traditional methods of disease prevention have limitations, necessitating a technology that can reliably produce Specific Pathogen Free (SPF) …
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Saif, Mo
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
3D printed Elm leaves to show Elm Zigzag Sawfly (Aproceros leucopoda) larval feeding damage.
TS-065836 — The Need: In today's agricultural landscape, precise identification and monitoring of pest damage are paramount for maintaining crop health and maximizing yields. Traditional methods often fall short in accurately assessing and addressing the impact of pests like the Elm Zigzag Sawfly (Aproceros…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Basnagala, Suranga; Perry, Kayla
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Novel Small-Molecule Natural Product Salt Enhancing Compounds
TS-065450 — 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, leading the USDA to recommend a 30% reduction in sodium levels in foods to combat this cris…
- 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
Low Sodium with No Compromise: flavorless modulators that enhances salty taste
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, leading the USDA to recommend a 30% reduction in sodium levels in foods to combat this cris…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Peterson, Devin; Tello Camacho, Edisson; Wang, Irene
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
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