Honest Health with Jeffrey Burke S02 E54 - Dr. Susan Trapp

Terpenes are a large and diverse class of natural products with the general formula (C5H8)n, where n ≥ 2. They serve as crucial biosynthetic building blocks … Sorry, I drifted off. Actually, terpenes are thought to have incredible health benefits and are a FAR more interesting topic than this snarky intro let on. Today, host Jeffrey Burke is joined by “The Terpene Queen” Dr. Susan Trapp. She discusses what we know, what we should know, and what’s upcoming. Find out why Mg Magazine named her one of “8 Scientists Pushing the Industry Forward.” 

Dr. Susan Trapp is a molecular biologist, genomics researcher, and biotech strategist who helps brands turn terpene science into evidence-based products and education. She earned her PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Maryland and completed postdoctoral research at Washington State University on the molecular evolution and genomics of terpene natural products. At Sonoran University’s Ric Scalzo Institute, she built RNA-seq/bioinformatics workflows and led translational studies on botanical formulations, cannabinoids, and terpenes in models related to mood, inflammation, energy, and skin health. Susan co-founded Terpedia, an AI-powered terpene knowledge platform that organizes scattered literature into an interactive, predictive system for R&D and formulation.

She’s a frequent speaker and podcast guest, with national keynotes and an upcoming SupplySide Global appearance. In the industry she’s known as “The Terpene Queen” for clear, practical explanations of how terpenes shape aroma, flavor, and experience— including being named one of Mg Magazine’s “8 Scientists Pushing the Industry Forward” in 2023.
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