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| Bastyr University
Seattle, Washington
To advance the state of naturopathic medicine and natural health products research, safety and quality, nationally and internationally. bastyr.edu |
| British Columbia Institute of Technology
Vancouver, Canada
To identify research areas, create a response system for scientific and regulatory issues, promote the development and use of botanical and chemical reference materials and analytical technologies, encourage innovation and advancement of state-of-practice development and manufacture of botanical-based products. bcit.ca |
| National Center for Natural Products Research
Oxford, Mississippi
NCNPR is the preeminent botanical research facility in the United States. UNPA is a title sponsor of its annual International Conference on the Science of Botanicals as well as a content partner for this event. To collaborate with the principal botanical research and government advisory organization in the U.S.; to support liaison relationships with FDA’s Office of Dietary Supplements, health professionals and regulatory officials throughout the world involved in the study and regulation of botanicals. pharmacy.olemiss.edu/ncnpr |
| Sonoran University of Health Sciences
Tempe, Arizona
From the foundation created over the past 30 years as SCNM, Sonoran University of Health Sciences is poised to emerge as a university with impact. New programs, complementary to naturopathic medicine and nutrition, will enhance students’ experience with interprofessional learning. Laboratory research and clinical trials will explore the healing properties of
plants and other natural therapies. The expansion of naturopathic and nutritional care for marginalized people living in Arizona will empower individuals and communities while adding a greater sense of purpose for our students. The time is right for Sonoran University of Health Sciences to shape a healthier future. sonoran.edu |
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CHINA | |
| China Nutrition and Health Food Association
Beijing, China
To enhance human health and wellness by advancing the profession of naturopathic medicine and the safety and quality of the natural health products used by patients. cnhfa.org.cn |
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EDUCATION | |
| American Botanical Council
Austin, Texas
To advance the dissemination of authoritative and responsible botanical and phytomedicinal information for consumers, health professionals and the academic community and to support the mission, publications and policies of the ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program. abc.herbalgram.org |
| American Herbal Pharmacopoeia
Soquel, California
To promote the development of authoritative reference standards and qualitative/therapeutic monographs for botanicals. herbal-ahp.org |
| Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute
Seattle, Washington
To promote the advancement of personalized health and the beneficial use of dietary supplements and natural health products and informed use of genetic information. lminstitute.org / info@plminstitute.org |
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MARKETING/TECHNOLOGY | |
| WPIC Marketing + Technologies
Beijing, China
Vancouver, Canada
WPIC Marketing + Technologies drives market expansion for global brands in China, Japan, and Southeast Asia through data, analytics, e-commerce solutions, marketing, logistics, compliance, essential support services, and more. wpic.co / info@wpic.co |
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MEDIA/EXHIBITIONS | |
| Informa Markets
London, England
Boulder, Colorado
Phoenix, Arizona
To support success in the health and wellness industry, fueling every stage of a company: from opportunity identification, through development and manufacturing, to sales and prosperity. informahealthandnutrition.com |
| William Reed
London, England
Chicago, Illinois
To facilitate a media sponsorship with nutraingredients-usa.com for the promotion of and industry participation in the International Conference on the Science of Botanicals, held in Oxford, Miss., and produced by the National Center for Natural Products Research. william-reed.com |
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NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS | |
| The Non-GMO Project
Bellingham, Washington
To advance food transparency and consumer choice through rigorous product verification and non-GMO options, to build and preserve a non-GMO food supply, and to empower people to care for themselves, the planet and future generations. nongmoproject.org |
| Institute for Natural Medicine
Seattle, Washington
INM has over 30 years of educating the public and practitioners about how natural medicine improves health, connecting people to whole health practitioners, and expanding the evidence basis for natural medicine. www.naturemed.org |
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PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES | |
| American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Washington, D.C.
Founded in 1985, the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) is the national professional association representing licensed naturopathic doctors, naturopathic medicine students, and other healthcare professionals allied with the naturopathic profession. AANP works to advance the distinct philosophy of naturopathic medicine, expand access to naturopathic doctors, and helps members build successful practices. naturopathic.org |
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TRADE ASSOCIATIONS | |
| Canadian Health Food Association
Toronto, Canada
The Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) is Canada’s largest trade association dedicated to natural, organic and wellness products. As a national not-for-profit association, our members include manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, distributors, and importers committed to getting more healthy living products into the hands of more Canadians. chfa.ca |
| CoQ10 Association
Spring, Texas
To advance the state of CoQ10 dietary supplement education, research, safety and quality, nationally and internationally. coq10association.org |
| Global Organization for EPA & DHA Omega-3
Salt Lake City, Utah
To increase global consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3s to improve public health and ensure our members create quality products that consumers can trust. goedomega3.com |
| International Alliance of Dietary/Food Supplement Associations
London, England
Bringing together associations and companies from all continents, IADSA operates as an international platform and a global reference to develop a sound legislative and policy environment for the sector. iadsa.org |
| The International Association for the Advancement of High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography
Basel, Switzerland
To advance industry expertise in botanical identity, using advanced HPTLC, analytical methodology and development. hptlc-association.org |
| International Probiotics Association
Los Angeles, California
UNPA, in cooperation with IPA, has produced a Food Safety Modernization Act-compliant food safety plan for probiotics as well as a white paper for companies looking to sell probiotics in the Chinese market. To advance the state of probiotic food and dietary supplement research, safety, consumer education and quality standards, both nationally and internationally. internationalprobiotics.org |
| National Animal Supplement Council
Sun City West, Arizona
To advance the state of animal health and nutritional supplements and food regulation, safety and quality standards, consumer use and confidence of such products and the establishment of appropriate compliance requirements. nasc.cc |