This National Science Foundation (NSF) Cooperative Agreement award for $998,064 under the NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (CFDA 47.084) program supports the development of a new testing standard and benchmarking platform to measure the biological effects of functional ingredients used in dietary supplements, foods, beverages, and skincare products. The project, led by Canomiks, Inc., will use genomics and artificial intelligence technologies to create high-throughput, cost-effective tests that can compare the biological effectiveness of commercial functional ingredients, such as curcumin, cranberry, and elderberry, against established benchmarks. The goal is to enable companies in the functional food, beverage, dietary supplement, and skincare industries to produce safe and effective products backed by scientific rigor, build consumer trust, and optimize sustainable ingredient sourcing and manufacturing practices. The 24-month project is expected to be completed by May 2026.