LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY, USA -- (November 25, 2008) -- D.D. Williamson announces the addition of He Jian, Ph.D. to its Science and Innovation team at the Support Center in Louisville after he completed a summer internship in its applications laboratory.  

 

Dr. He recently received his Ph.D. degree in Food Science & Technology from Ohio State University, where he studied anthocyanin properties. He moved to the United States in 2002 from his hometown of Huainan, China in the Anhui province. The new food science position was created to add strength to Science and Innovation efforts and manage increased demand from customers for application projects.

 

“Dr. He’s knowledge and ability adds a synergistic element to our existing expertise, said Margaret Lawson, Vice President, Science and Innovation. “He brings a fresh approach to the scientific understanding of the complexity of natural coloring sources,” added Lawson.

 

 

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Every day, more than 1.5 billion servings of food and beverages containing D.D. Williamson coloring is consumed around the world. D.D. Williamson improves the allure of foods and beverages through visual appeal. A trusted and recognized provider of color solutions for the food and beverage industry, the company operates ten manufacturing sites on five continents. The world leader in caramel color offers a broad spectrum of natural coloring, including colorMaker™ custom blends. Visit www.ddwilliamson.com for more information.

 

 

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