Risa Schulman Risa Schulman, PhD, and Dr. Barbara M. Schmidt explore the science behind antioxidant claims in this article in Nutrition Industry Executive.
Only a portion of companies have a science person on the development team to help them really understand what that research is saying. Leaving aside unsubstantiated or non-compliant claims (which are prone to happen when the science is not understood well), I wanted to focus on one particular inaccuracy which I see all the time. … Read more
I was included in a panel “discussion” in another Nutrition Industry Executive article about priority directions in working with legislators and regulators.
It’s a big story that’s only getting bigger: the mainstreaming of hemp and marijuana for health purposes. And as with many pioneering (read: pushing the envelope) products, first attempts are a mix of baby steps, out-of-steps and missteps. As a botanical coming out of its black market status, hemp/marijuana is all over our industry, but … Read more
Innovation is hard enough. But coming up with a great product concept or ingredient is just the start. Launching it successfully requires thoughtful planning and a well-considered strategy. What is the best way to position the offering? Differentiate from competitors? What in your science could become a compelling story? How to make a splash in the marketplace?
These are among the questions that the Tap~Root team answers in every Strategic Direction Document.
As science and regulatory consultants we are able to help companies and researchers in other countries understand the process to develop ingredients for commercial use the US.
Case study showing how Tap Root offers strategic guidance – helping a European entrepreneur understand the process for a US launch.
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Risa Schulman, PhD was recently appointed to the inaugural Science Advisory Board of DianaPlantSciences, which has formed to support the advancement of dietary ingredients produced from plant cell culture technology.