Thomas Brendler

Thomas Brendler is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the herbal product industry and academia. Currently serving as a Strategic Advisor at People Science and holding multiple roles including Founder/Owner of Plantaphile, Brendler specializes in herbal product registration, regulatory compliance, and labeling assessments. Contributions to the field include membership and leadership positions at the US Pharmacopeia and involvement as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago. Additionally, Brendler holds roles at Southern Cross University and the Southern African Botanical Products Association. With a PhD in Botany and Plant Sciences from the University of Johannesburg and a BA from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Brendler combines an academic foundation with practical expertise in botanical dietary supplements and herbal medicines.