Power of food scale for measuring food noise impact
The Power of Food Scale is a validated tool to measure "food noise" and evaluate the impact of GLP-1 agonists and reformulated foods. Licensed by pharmaceutical companies, it correlates with snack intake and supports scientific documentation of dietary changes.
Overview
The Power of Food Scale is a recognized and validated measurement tool designed to assess the concept of "food noise," which refers to the psychological and environmental cues that drive eating behaviors. Developed by Drexel University, this scale is being licensed by major pharmaceutical companies to measure the effects of GLP-1 agonists on food noise, indicating its reliability and utility in both clinical and research settings. It offers valuable insights into how reformulated foods impact consumer eating behaviors, particularly in relation to snack intake.
Technical specifications
The Power of Food Scale is a comprehensive metric that evaluates the psychological influence of food availability and anticipation on individuals. It has been correlated with specific eating behaviors, such as snack intake, more effectively than total food intake. Having undergone rigorous validation through hundreds of studies, this tool is positioned as a scientific measure that can document the real-life impact of dietary interventions and reformulated foods.
- Validated Use: Licensed for use in pharmaceutical studies assessing GLP-1 agonists
- Correlations: Stronger correlations with snack intake than total food consumption
- Application Areas: Useful for evaluating the impact of reformulated foods on eating behavior
Technology readiness level
The Power of Food Scale is at a Technology Readiness Level 5, reflecting its validated status through extensive research and its application in real-world pharmaceutical studies. Further validation is possible through collaboration with companies interested in evaluating dietary interventions.
About Drexel University
Drexel University is a comprehensive private research university in Philadelphia, recognized for an urban, industry‑embedded model anchored by a longstanding cooperative education program. Year‑round co‑ops create a ready talent pipeline and align sponsored research with real‑world needs. The campus sits within an innovation district with co‑located labs and incubators, enabling companies to collaborate on prototyping with faculty. Through the university’s medical college and clinical partners, industry teams can access clinical expertise and translational pathways. Research is supported by competitive federal funding from agencies such as NIH, NSF, DOE, and DoD. A dedicated technology transfer office manages IP, licensing, corporate research agreements, and startup formation.
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