Dr. Jennifer Chuang | Radiotracer Award | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Jennifer Chuang, Amway Nutrilite, United States

Jennifer Chuang, PhD, CCRP, is a seasoned clinical research professional with over a decade of experience in product innovation within the consumer goods sector. As a dedicated expert in nutrition and clinical research, Jennifer has successfully led the development and launch of numerous products across various categories at Nutrilite-Amway. Her work has encompassed everything from prototyping and launching diverse product formats to leveraging consumer insights and regulatory expertise to ensure successful global registrations. Jennifer has been instrumental in driving innovation through pre-clinical and clinical studies and has played a key role in establishing programs and networks that promote inclusivity and excellence in the workplace. She holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry and certifications as a Clinical Research Professional. Her contributions extend to patent filings, including a dietary supplement method and formulation, underscoring her commitment to advancing nutritional science and product development.

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Summary of Suitability for Women Researcher Award

Jennifer Chuang has over 10 years of experience in clinical research and product innovation within the consumer goods sector, focusing on nutritional products. She has successfully launched 19+ products in various categories and formats, demonstrating a strong capability in steering product development from concept to market. Her role in launching and developing products through pre-clinical and clinical studies highlights her expertise in translating scientific research into practical applications. Her leadership in chairing the Clinical Center of Excellence and creating business processes for clinical studies further underscores her significant Chuang founded the Inclusion Network (WIN), promoting best practices for an inclusive work culture and fostering understanding across diverse demographics. This aligns well with the values of the Research for Women Researcher Award, which seeks to recognize contributions that support diversity and inclusion in research.

Education

• Ph.D. in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry
  University of California, Davis
• B.S. in Nutrition Science
  University of California, Davis
• B.A. in Japanese Language
  University of California, Davis

Work Experience

Nutrition Research – Kids Accelerated Platform (2019-Present)

• • Launched 19+ products in 30 months across various categories.
  • Developed products in formats such as smoothies, teas, gummies, and more.
  • Collaborated with marketing and regulatory teams to ensure product success.
  • Presented consumer-facing materials and managed social media promotion.
• Nutrition Research and Clinical Investigation – Foundational Nutrition (2017-2019)
  • Developed a consumer traceability program.
  • Chaired Clinical Center of Excellence and developed a long-term innovation plan.
  • Founded and led an inclusion network to promote workplace diversity and inclusion.
• Sr. Research Scientist – China Nutrition Platform (2012-2017)
  • Launched 12+ products in China.
  • Founded the Global Wellness and Technology Summit and The Investigator newsletter.
  • Conducted pre-clinical and human clinical studies to support product launches.

Patents

• Anoxidant Dietary Supplement and Related Method
  Filing Date: 2013-11-25
• Anoxidant Dietary Supplement
  Filing Date: 2005-10-07

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