The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $996,291 Cooperative Agreement to RYP Labs, Inc. under the NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (CFDA 47.084) program to develop innovative shelf-life extension products for perishable agricultural products. The project aims to strategically minimize post-harvest food waste by creating safe, effective, and affordable solutions using plant-derived natural ingredients. RYP Labs, a self-certified small disadvantaged business and manufacturer of goods, will investigate materials and integrate them into prototypes that can emit natural bioactive formulations to protect produce from premature rotting, potentially extending shelf-life by up to two-fold. The research and development work spans 24 months, from the award date of August 15, 2024 to the ultimate completion date of July 31, 2026. No subawards are planned for this award.
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