Fungal Biocontrol Agents for Sustainable Resistance Management of Soybean Cyst Nematode Populations
TS-068701 — Novel fungal antagonists that suppress soybean cyst nematode (SCN) populations
offer a natural solution that improves soil health
and integrates into existing farming practices.
Background
The soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is the leading cause of yield loss in global soybean production, resulting in billions of dollars in economic damage annually. Traditional management strategies, including crop rotation and resistant cultivars are becoming less effective as SCN adapts and…
- 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.
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- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Francis, David
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
Winter Barley Variety- DH02UK-010
TS-065851 —
There is a growing demand for winter barley varieties with enhanced traits such as winter-hardiness, lodging-resistance, and early maturity, particularly those suitable for malting purposes. Meeting this demand is essential for ensuring stable barley production and meeting the needs of the malting…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Stockinger, Eric
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
Winter Barley Line DH02SP1-030
TS-065849 — The Need
With the ever-evolving demands of the malting barley market, there's an urgent need for a variety that not only withstands winter conditions but also boasts superior qualities in terms of yield, lodging resistance, and maturity. Meeting the growing demand for malting barley while ensur…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Stockinger, Eric
- 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
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
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"
Hemp (Cannabis sativa) Isolated Compounds for Controlling Pests
TS-062422 — The Need
In modern agriculture and pest management practices, there is a growing demand for effective insecticides that are environmentally friendly and sustainable. Conventional synthetic insecticides can have adverse effects on ecosystems, non-target species, and human health. Therefore, there is…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Piermarini, Peter; Canas, Luis; Rakotondraibe, Harinantenaina Liva
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
A Novel African Swine Fever Vaccine
TS-062364 — The Need: Addressing the Threat of African Swine Fever Virus (ASF)
African swine fever (ASF) presents a severe commercial burden given the highly contagious and deadly nature of the viral disease. With no existing treatment or vaccine available, ASF outbreaks have devastated domestic and feral pig …
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Kenney, Scott; Gourapura, Renukaradhya
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
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
Chemical Drivers of Vanilla Flavor Liking - Unlocking the Secrets of Vanilla's Irresistible Allure
TS-062251 — The Need: Vanilla, a beloved and widely used flavoring agent, owes its popularity to its unique and highly desirable taste profile. The traditional curing process for vanilla beans, while effective, is labor-intensive and time-consuming, taking up to nine months. The quest for quicker curing methods…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Peterson, Devin; Forero Arcila, Diana Paola; Peterson, Julie; Tello Camacho, Edisson
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
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"
Compounds that enhance the desirable flavor of coffee
TS-062237 — The Need
The demand for higher quality coffee to meet the discerning tastes of consumers has always been a key driver for success. Innovative compounds and compositions that directly modulate the flavor of coffee products can enhance taste and quality but can be difficult to identify.
The Tech…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Peterson, Devin; Linne, Brianne; Simons, Christopher; Tello Camacho, Edisson
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Frost Guard : Protecting Plants and Crops from Frost Damage
TS-062236 — The Need: Spring frost damage poses a significant threat, resulting in crop losses, delayed fruit ripening, and economic hardships. With climate change and costs associated with conventional protection methods, there is a pressing need for an innovative solution that can effectively prevent and redu…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Dami, Imed
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
Functional Plant-based Beverages
TS-062233 — Fortificatin with non-fish derived EPA/DHA
The Need
Driven by the well-established health benefits of EPA and DHA, demand is rising for convenient dietary sources beyond traditional supplements in a pill format. While EPA/DHA fortified foods like milk, yogurt, and eggs offer an alternative, they often rely on fish oil derived EPA/DHA, posin…
- College: College
of
Food, Agricultural, and
Environmental
Sciences
(CFAES)
- Inventors: Sommer, Abigail; Vodovotz, Yael
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
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