Royal Academy of Nutrition Science (RANS)
The Royal Academy of Nutrition Science (RANS) is a leading academic organization dedicated to advancing human nutrition and health. Located in Markham, Ontario, Canada, RANS was established through the merger of historic academic institutions and is registered under the Canadian Federal Non-Profit Corporations Act.
RANS focuses on the study of naturally derived functional ingredients—including plants, animals, marine organisms, and non-pharmaceutical compounds—and their effects on human health. Collaborating with universities, research institutions, independent laboratories, and health professionals, RANS has developed a wide range of nutritional formulations for professional use based on extensive clinical research.
In 2018, RANS launched its Nutrition Formulation Certification Program, offering:
- Academy-developed formulations provided to manufacturers, and
- Third-party formulations validated through laboratory testing for efficacy.
As an academic institution, RANS ensures impartiality and rigor in its certification process. In Greater China, its services are exclusively represented by Macao Innovatus Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
RANS—bringing transparency, science, and trust to professional nutrition.