Brendan Kesler is the R&D Innovation Director for Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals, and has over 15 years of experience in the consumer health and nutrition industry.  Additionally, Brendan is a PhD Candidate in Human Nutrition at The Rowett Institute at University of Aberdeen. Prior to joining The Rowett, Brendan earned a Bachelors in Exercise Science (B.S.), a Masters in Health Administration (MHA), and Master of Science in Nutrition Science (M.S.).  Brendan’s primary research focus is exploring the relationships between dietary fiber, fiber-bound polyphenols, and human health and obesity. Brendan is passionate about bringing evidence-based nutrition into food products where it can play a pivotal role promoting human health.