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Emeritus professor; professor at Ohio State University
Biographical Sketch, Dr. Robert DiSilvestro
Dr. DiSilvestro holds a PhD in biochemistry from Texas A&M University, was a nutrition professor for 34 years, and is currently Professor Emeritus of Human Nutrition at The Ohio State University. His research has spanned diverse topics from basic physiology and biochemistry to human intervention studies (which include “non-wet lab” measures in people). This professor has authored/co-authored close to 110 peer reviewed research journal articles, written a number of reviews, composed book chapters, and written a whole book on the state of research for mineral supplements. Dr. DiSilvestro has been on editorial boards for a number of research journals and has been a reviewer for various grant programs (including one for nutrition research with business potential). He has also spoken at a number of nutrition industry trade shows and written for nutrition industry trade journals. He also has done consulting for food and supplement industries (ie. Pepsico, Dupont, and Bausch & Lomb). He also currently runs two startup companies.
Research Accomplishments, Dr. Robert DiSilvestro
Ohio State University
October 1989 - Present
Columbus
Medinutra LLC
October 2014 - Present
Columbus
Purdue University
August 1984 - October 1989
West Lafayette
Texas A&M University
January 1982 - January 1982
Biochemistry
Ohio Agricultural Research & Development Center
September 2005
Vegans comprise a large niche market for nutritional supplements. These consumers generally take supplements, but no one product has conquered the market. A new product can now be produced that Features superior nutrition compared to existing products; Is formulated based on clinical research and […]
A drug combination of 3 USA Generally Regarded as Safe (GRAS), seminatural ingredients is proposed for lowering plasma triglyceride (TG) readings (US and international patents pending). The ingredients are diet components, but have laboratory generated aspects. Some human and animal data exists for […]
Great taste due to new discovery for sweetening protein beverages 27-28 g protein per serving More nutritionally complete than competing products Can often eliminate the need for some commonly used supplements More effective forms of some nutrients than competing products[…]
For protein beverages with certain existing sweeteners, a novel approach has been discovered that removes aftertaste, improves taste, and creates a more creamy texture. Three versions exist.[…]
DiSilvestro RA, Joseph E, Diehl J, Swain CB
Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine & Biology
DiSilvestro RA, Hart S, Marshall T, Swain CM, Deihl J, Reau A, Joseph E
A combination of 5 nutrients dramatically affected run times and other aerobic exercise performance in women fitness runners. The formulation is protected by a US patent, and my be able to be protected by ingredient exclusivity rights.
Vegans comprise a large niche market for nutritional supplements. These consumers generally take supplements, but no one product has conquered the market. A new product can now be produced that Features superior nutrition compared to existing products; Is formulated based on clinical research and […]
A drug combination of 3 USA Generally Regarded as Safe (GRAS), seminatural ingredients is proposed for lowering plasma triglyceride (TG) readings (US and international patents pending). The ingredients are diet components, but have laboratory generated aspects. Some human and animal data exists for […]
Great taste due to new discovery for sweetening protein beverages 27-28 g protein per serving More nutritionally complete than competing products Can often eliminate the need for some commonly used supplements More effective forms of some nutrients than competing products[…]
For protein beverages with certain existing sweeteners, a novel approach has been discovered that removes aftertaste, improves taste, and creates a more creamy texture. Three versions exist.[…]
DiSilvestro RA, Joseph E, Diehl J, Swain CB
Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine & Biology
DiSilvestro RA, Hart S, Marshall T, Swain CM, Deihl J, Reau A, Joseph E
A combination of 5 nutrients dramatically affected run times and other aerobic exercise performance in women fitness runners. The formulation is protected by a US patent, and my be able to be protected by ingredient exclusivity rights.