PHS: Collaborating with Purdue, Food & Nutrition Science

By combining the strengths of industry scientists, advanced clinical nutritionists, and academic faculty to drive impactful outcomes-based research aimed at improving the lives of individuals with autism. With Triada as our Philanthropy lead we are inviting PhD plant geneticists and agronomists to the Table!

We are  powerfully collaborating with  industry scientists, advanced nutrition clinical nutritionists, and academic faculty to drive impactful outcomes-based research aimed at improving the lives of individuals with autism.

In our scenario, industry scientists bring their innovative technologies and interventions. Together with advanced nutrition clinical nutritionists, food and Nutrition, and university-based scientists, we combine knowledge on how nutrient-dense interventions can restore order, support neurodevelopment, and improve overall health. Our academic affiliations provide the research framework, ensuring rigorous scientific methods and contributing a deep understanding of autism's complexities.

Working convergently means integrating these diverse scientific fields to create a holistic approach to clinical trials. This collaboration can lead to:

• Improved Patient Outcomes: Interventions can be more effective and personalized by addressing multiple underlying imbalances.
• Enhanced Research Efficiency: By combining expertise we streamline the research process, reduce redundancies, and accelerate the development of new approaches.
• Innovative Solutions: Cross-disciplinary collaboration fosters innovation, leading to unique breakthroughs.

We aim to significantly enhance the design, execution, and outcomes of clinical trials, ultimately benefiting patients and advancing nutritional medical science.

According to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 36 8 year old children are identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). (2020) This estimate comes from the CDC's Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network. The prevalence of ASD is reported to occur in all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups, and it is nearly 4 times more common among boys than among girls.

Thes numbers are twice the incidence reported in Italy: Leading the Mediterranean Eating and Living Style.

Carla Heiser, MS LDN FAAMFM ABAAHP specializing in blending advanced medical nutrition approaches to optimize health outcomes and a focus on applied biochemistry fosters the design of patient-centered nutritional programs. 

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Lori Varas, BS CFMC, leading the Precise Health Solutions Clinicians,  create science-driven food and nutrition approaches that can significantly impact autism outcomes. With Lori's background in chemistry, environmental contamination, and health education the team addresses the root causes of symptoms and diseases to restore balance.

Dr. Anita Panjwani, with her extensive research in human nutrition and public health, focuses on improving health spans by addressing access to and palatability of nutrient-rich foods. Her work includes studying the efficacy of anti-inflammatory phytochemicals for preventing and treating chronic diseases and neuropsychiatric disorders.

Dr. Panjwani’s research goal is to improve the healthspan of individuals by addressing issues of access to and palatability of nutrient rich and therapeutic foods.  Given the importance of the successful incorporation in the diet of these compounds, she is also interested in sensory-related ingestive behaviors that are particularly challenging for many individuals with neuropsychiatric disorders. Dr. Panjwani believes plant-based therapies are a “green” solution that are translatable in low-resource settings, reaching those in most need.