t has been such an honor to serve as the 2024 Chair. What an amazing year we have had with elevating the membership experience, creating new Chapter initiatives, and ultimately fulfilling the mission of advancing cosmetic science together! The NYSCC holds such a special place in my heart, and I especially cherish the experience of serving during our milestone 70th Anniversary year.
Highlights for the year included:
• The launch of the NYSCC Inter nship Program, a first of its kind program, in which nine undergraduate students were sponsored for summer inter nships at seven companies The students gained invaluable hands-on experience in cosmetic science and opportunities to network with professionals, while we gained a few new SCC members with a bright future ahead
• The execution of highly-rated educational programs featuring new industry categories beauty supplements, oral health and beauty, and pet care expanded our reach, minds, and membership
• Suppliers’ Day achieving record attendance in attendees and exhibitors, solidifying its position as the preeminent ingredients and formulation event in North America (see the recap inside this issue)
• Greater exposure of students to cosmetic science was achieved through the applaudable efforts of the Outreach Committee and Future Chemists Workshop (FCW) In addition to multiple in-person events, the Outreach Committee, in partnership with ACS, hosted an impactful webinar with 350+ viewers. FCW strategically welcomed students from 20+ more universities this year, with half being from areas outside of the Northeast
• The 70th Anniversary Gala was held at New York City’s iconic Plaza Hotel The Chapter was honored to give out the most scholarships and grants in its history, including the new SCC Chapter Fellowship Grant which aims to help sister chapters fulfill the mission of advancing cosmetic science Share in the excitement and glamour of the evening on pages 9-11.
Delivering the experience and impact that the NYSCC is known for is a collaborative effort between a team of people that I truly appreciate I express my deepest gratitude to my trusted and esteemed executive board John Carola, Mythili Nori, Alex Blakeman, Diane Dabkowski, and Stacey House. Their input and support coupled with the unwavering dedication of the Chapter volunteers, Suppliers’ Day management team, and other key partners made this year an undeniable success
I look forward to supporting 2025 Chair John Carola in realizing new potential for the Chapter and the greater cosmetic industry I am very excited for all that will be accomplished with the existing executive board members, new Chair-Elect Anushka Nadkarni, and our wonderful volunteers, partners, and members
Thank you again for a successful year. W ishing all our members a beautiful holiday season full of inspiration, innovation and celebration!
Sincerely,
PS: Before the year ends, join us at our first Suppliers’ Day Preview Webinar on December 5th spotlighting INDIE 360, and please visit the NYSCC table at the SCC Scientific Meeting & Showcase in Los Angeles on December 11-13, 2024.
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Letter from the 2025 Chair
… John Carola
Iam honored and excited to be the incoming Chair for 2025 Without question, my time as Chair-Elect was incredibly enlightening serving with Dr. Amber Evans, current NYSCC Chair, and Stacey House, Advisor (Chair 2023) Every day, I witnessed unwavering commitment to the Chapter and to our core mission of expanding cosmetic science education locally, nationally, and globally! Thank you, Amber, for taking the lead on so many new initiatives, while also expanding existing, successful programs. I look forward to continuing working with you as our wise and creative advisor
I am also grateful to my fellow board members, as we celebrated 70 years of NYSCC history, with the steadfast support of our committee members, program chairs, and countless volunteers who contributed to the innovative programs and initiatives that we executed You can read all about them throughout this special issue of Cosmeticscope.
Looking forward, our theme for 2025 will be “The Nexus of Science and Beauty: Where Collaboration + Partnership = Success.” This theme will be woven throughout all our programming and highlight the fact that the NYSCC, and Suppliers’ Day, is the focal point of beauty and personal care product development Our success in partnering with sister chapters across the globe, as well as related industry associations and publications, has translated into success for so many of our members and stakeholders.
We will begin the New Year with a joint, social event: a Ski Trip supported by the New York, Long Island, and Connecticut Chapters of the SCC. February will display the technical expertise of the NYSCC’s Scientific Committee, with multiple members collaborating on a top-notch technical showcase This is just the beginning of what we have planned for next year Stay-tuned for exciting new topics, initiatives, and engagement opportunities designed exclusively for our members and the growth of the cosmetic community.
As you know, Suppliers’ Day has become the main event in North America for for mulation and ingredients innovations and discovery. The 2025 dates are June 3-4 in the expanded, upper level of the Jacob K Javits Convention Center in New York City
I am grateful for your trust and support as I begin my tenure as your new Chair Happy, Healthy Holidays to you, your families, and loved ones I look forward to a New Year filled with health, hope, and success!
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2024 NYSCC Events Calendar
• For updated NYSCC information, visit us on the web at: www.nyscc.org
• For National SCC information: www.scconline.org
January 19
January 31
February 29
March 26
April 11
May 1-2
May 1
NYSCC Hits the Slopes
Belleayre Mountain, Highmount, NY
IBA-NYSCC Joint Event: MoCRA Update
Virtual Event
The Next Generation of Hair Care
Il Vilaggio, Carlstadt, NJ
Beauty from Within: Next Level Beauty Care and Wellness Strategies
Pleasantdale Château, West Orange, NJ
NYSCC Celebrates Earth Day
Stella Marina Restaurant, Asbury Park, NJ
NYSCC Suppliers’ Day
Jacob K Javits Convention Center, New York, NY
NYSCC Awards Night: “The Future of Beauty”
LAVAN Midtown, New York, NY
June 3 Sunscreen For mulations: Misconceptions and Future Directions for Innovation
June 27
July 15
August 10
September 10
September 18
October 15
November 5
November 14
November 14
November 16
Charthouse, Weehawken, NJ
NYSCC Celebrates Pride – Embracing Global Beauty: Exploring Cultural Rituals and Traditions
New Brunswick Perfor ming Arts Center • New Brunswick, NJ
Event Chairs: Jason Nesta and Juliana Rumbaugh
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45th Annual NYSCC Suppliers’ Day Achieves Record-Breaking Attendance
Our 45th Annual Suppliers’ Day came to a successful conclusion May 1-2, 2024, at the Jacob K Javits Convention Center in New York. The event showcased thousands of ingredients and raw materials on a sold-out exhibit floor that housed more than 103,000 net square feet of exhibits while attracting 11,085 registrants, representing 72 countries Suppliers’ Day 2024 enjoyed nearly an 8% increase in overall attendance more than a 35% increase since its move to New York City in 2017
“The beauty community truly showed up for Suppliers’ Day with our theme ‘INSPIRE INNOVATE CELEBRATE.’ evident end-to-end at the Javits Center,” said Amber Evans, NYSCC Chair. “Every element of product development was on display and optimism and excitement for growth and innovation in all product categories was high.”
In addition to an exhibit floor that featured 567 exhibiting companies including 139 new exhibitors, the unique in-classroom technical and marketing education programs of Suppliers’ Day attracted 523 conference delegates, its largest audience to date Popular programs included the Scientific Advisory Committee curated courses on hair, biotechnology, and nutricosmetics as well as sessions on fragrance, opportunities and challenges in the cosmetic industry, Chinese innovations, microbiome, and fragrance Essential Su Day programming on World of Chemistry, Digital Ag Beauty, and Discover Sustainability were also we received in addition to the innovations from exhibitors and special sessions on current beauty innovations, Latina and Califor nia product development updates, sustainable developments in the cosmetic sector, and influencer panel
A special keynote presentation with L’Oréal’s Dr Qian Zheng (Senior Vice-President, Head of Advanced Research North America and Global Regenerative Beaut Discovery Domain) in conversation with Kathryn Hop (Senior Beauty Editor of WWD) took place on May 2nd dis L’Oréal’s Green Sciences Revolution.
This year, Suppliers’ Day set the record for the greatest number of students participating in the Future Chemists Workshop, with more than 100 students from 32 colleges and universities across the country, for mulating an antioxidant primer. The NYSCC Mentorship Mixer and Career Development Program connected members with mentees looking to enhance their professional development and career in cosmetic chemistry.
New this year was the Inspiration Zone where attendees were able to touch and feel the ingredients
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of tomorrow These ingredients were selected by Beautystreams senior trend analysts and forecasters
The NYSCC Awards Night event took place on May 1st at LAVAN Midtown and revealed the eight finalists of the CEW Beauty Award for Supplier’s Ingredients and For mulation They were Bakuchiol Ester BCR by Bio Component Research; CycloRetin by Clariant; Eterwell Youth by DSM Fir menich; Vecollage Fortify L by Evonik Corporation; Illuminyl 388 by Givaudan; Cor neopeptyl by Lucas Meyer Cosmetics; EstoGel Green by Presperse Corporation; and SRHC Type XVII by Trautec
The INDIE 360° Pavilion was again a popular destination for attendees with 16 brands participating and featuring a Latina beauty capsule Ziba Beauty, founded by Sumita Batra, was this year ’ s INDIE 360° People’s Choice Award for its moder n signature brow collection.
Four sci-comm influencers also walked the exhibit floor to select their top three ingredients worthy of the new Suppliers’ Day Ingredient Maverick Award. The influencer awards went to:
n Erica Douglas: @sisterscientist
Serenibiome, Solabia Labs
RejuveNAD, Mibelle Biochemistry
Dynasan CrystalControl L, IOI Oleochemical
n Ginger King: @thebeautysharkginger
Eterwell Youth, DSM-Fir menich
Epi-On, Corum, Inc
Shiloxome, Provital
n Ramon Pagan: @glowbyramon Illumiscin-Glow, Rahn USA Corp
Citripol F, P2 Science
ScentARC Prebiotic, Arcaea
n Jane Tsui, @janethechemist
IntenCfy, Bar net Products
Upsalite, Disruptive Materials USA Inc
Granactive Retinoid Pro+, Grant Industries
Plans are underway for next year ’ s Suppliers’ Day taking place on June 3-4, 2025, and moving upstairs to the expansive third level of the convention center Suppliers’ Day 2025 will include new activations and strengthened industry partnerships to create the best global ingredients event for the industry For more infor mation about NYSCC Suppliers’ Day visit www.nyscc.org/suppliers-day
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Co-Chairs:
John Carola and Thomas Drwiega
Student Engagement: Susanna Fer nandes
Travel Student Liaison: Alexis Skidmore
Raw Materials: Tania Vania
Social Media: Daleen Zakaib
Registration and Folders: Christian Merkovsky
Volunteers:
Janeen Darwish
Bianca Brattoli
Adrianna Deremer
Rene Kmetz
Ava Perkins
Tracy Kosi Hervies
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NYSCC 70th Anniversary Gala
NYSCC Presents Numerous Scholarships and Grants at its 70th Anniversary Gala
The New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NYSCC) presented a record number of scholarships, grants, and awards to students, young professionals, educational institutions, SCC Chapters, and NYSCC members. All these programs are designed to promote enrichment and advancement in cosmetic science and were presented at the NYSCC 70th Anniversary Gala on November 16, 2024, at the Plaza Hotel in New York City
The 2024 NYSCC scholarships, grants, and award recipients are:
n The Board Choice Scholarship was created to inspire student members to reimagine the future of the NYSCC This scholarship is awarded to one lucky undergraduate or graduate student and is the largest individual award given by the Chapter:
• Julia Raziel, Vanderbilt University
n Roumelia Alina Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship is awarded to a student who exemplifies hard work, perseverance, compassion, and collaboration in the advancement of inclusion and diversity initiatives:
• Mervat Sheira Elsayd, Queens College
• Divya Sameer Mahajan, Long Island University
• Andrea Serrano, Montclair State University
• Natalia Cieslak, Manhattan University
• Holly Honore, University of Cincinnati
• Milaya Phillip, Spelman College
• Simranpreet Gujral, Long Island University
• Camila Powell, University of Texas
• Karissa Richards, University of Toledo
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n The General Education Scholarship is a one-time award for undergraduate and graduate students who wish to pursue a career in cosmetic science:
• Anna Spaulding, University of Toledo
• Abigail Graham, Rutgers University
• Saselah Heywood, Rutgers University
• Julianna Proscia, Monmouth University
• Destiny Durante, University of Illinois Chicago
• Suhani Patel, Rutgers University
• Rachael Hill, University of Toledo
• Bianca Brattoli, Fairleigh Dickinson University
• Alaina Nuti, University of Toledo
• Karina Magro Machado, Montclair State University
• Mya Ross, North Carolina A&T State University
• Jada Alcantara, University of Toledo
• Aziza Ahmed, Montclair State University
• Alla Terzyan, Manhattan University
• Chinenye Ohaya, Rutgers University
• Sophia Icasas, Fairleigh Dickinson University
n The Future of Sustainability Scholarship encourages undergraduate and graduate students to start thinking about how the industry can address major sustainability challenges:
• Paul Lussman, Fairleigh Dickinson University
• Sofia Iezza, University of Cincinnati
• Jacob Sessions, Rutgers University
• Lauren LaBarca, Rutgers University
• Yingxia Wang, Rutgers University
• Taylor Scott, University of Michigan
• Francesca Brown, Fairleigh Dickinson University
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n The U p s k i l l i n g G r a n t is for active members who want to take their credentials or professional development to the next level:
• Le Anh Thu Nguyen
• Tori Dunn
• Alex Winter
• Anushka Nadkarni
n The Mentee Next Steps Grant is exclusive to NYSCC mentees who need financial support to reach the next milestone in their education and career paths:
• Megina Llaka
• Zoë Singleton, Rutgers University
n The G r a n t f o r E d u c a t i o n a l I n s t i t u t i o n s is awarded to organizations promoting enrichment and advancement of cosmetic science:
• Chris Bardeen, University of Califor nia
• James Dougherty, Fairleigh Dickinson University
• Gabriella Baki, University of Toledo
n The Social Media Award recognizes students inter ning for a semester on the NYSCC Social Media Committee:
• Lakshmi Gurram, The College of New Jersey
• Natalie Mischello, University of Cincinnati
• Karen Montecinos, Rutgers University
• Camilla Dalpiaz, Rutgers University
• Nanapokuaah Kumah, Rutgers University
• Simranpreet Gujral, Long Island University
• Abbie Neo, Rutgers University
• My Le, Rutgers University
n The SCC Chapter Fellowship Grant is a new program that recognizes outstanding SCC chapters for their initiatives that support the SCC mission to advance cosmetic science:
• Nina Miotto, Connecticut Society of Cosmetic Chemists
• Ericka Bennett, Southeast Society of Cosmetic Chemists
• Teresa Fleming, Florida Society of Cosmetic Chemists
• Raj Patel, Mid-Atlantic Society of Cosmetic Chemists
• Stan Djurich, Southwest Society of Cosmetic Chemists
SCC 78th Annual Scientific Meeting & Showcase
December 11-13, 2024
JW Marriot LA Live, Los Angeles, CA
Continuing with a two-and-a-half-day education for mat, the 78th Annual Scientific Meeting & Showcase remains the premier conference for cosmetic science education Featuring more than 40 speakers in 8 breakout sessions and 3 keynote addresses, SCC78 will be covering the latest research and innovation in the personal care and cosmetics industry! The showcase features more than 100 posters and exhibits from the companies who drive the innovation and ingredients behind some of the most successful products in the market
Join over 1,000 people from top cosmetic/personal care brands, manufacturers, suppliers, academia, and regulatory organizations around the globe who will be in attendance to gain the inspiration, innovation, and education to keep them at the top of their game all while having multiple opportunities to network and connect with peers, customers, and potential clients.
To register, visit the SCC website at https://www.scconline.org/Events/SCC78-Annual-Meeting
It’s Time to Renew Your SCC
Membership
Recently, you should have been notified that it is time to renew your SCC membership for 2025 Don’t let your professional growth and development be stunted stay a part of the cosmetic chemist community!
Be sure to pay your dues so you can continue uninterrupted access to:
● Ample education opportunities to sharpen your professional skills to keep you on the cutting edge
● Member-exclusive discounts that can save you hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars annually.
● Business development events locally and nationally (regional suppliers’ day events, annual meetings, and more)
The quickest and easiest way to ensure your benefits remain uninterrupted is to renew online at www.scconline.org before December 31, 2024 Payments received after this date are subject to a late fee
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CEW Supplier’s Beauty Awards Eterwell
Youth by DSM-Firmenich is the 2024 CEW Supplier’s Beauty Awards Winner
Eterwell Youth by DSM-Fir menich was announced the winner of the prestigious CEW Beauty Awards by Dr. Amber Evans on November 21st at the Marriott Marquis in New York City during CEW’s Beauty Awards Luncheon. This special award category for Supplier’s: Ingredients & For mulation is sponsored by the NYSCC and recognizes the role that ingredients, for mulation, and new technology plays in successful beauty and personal care product launches.
Eterwell Youth is a powerful senolytic solution made from 100% organic willow herb. This complex targets senescent (aging) cells to reverse skin damage and reduce signs of aging Studies show it makes skin appear two years younger in just two weeks and six years younger in as little as three months. Benefits include an improvement in the appearance of wrinkles, fir mness, and the overall appearance of the skin
“This ingredient takes a revolutionary approach to treating aging skin by using a senolytic concept to selectively eliminate senescent cells and mitigate the damage from senescence inducers like UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental aggressors, ” said Tatyana Tabakman, Technical Innovation Director, Orveon Global one of the judges of this prestigious award
DSM-Fir menich was one of eight finalists that were selected from more than three dozen submissions that were reviewed and voted upon by a curated panel of judges that included leading beauty and personal care brands including members of the NYSCC Scientific Advisory Committee The judges were: Toussaint Jordan, Marketing Manager, Solabia USA + Applechem; Eileen Kim, Head of U.S. Innovation and Research, Chânel; Ron Robinson, Founder/CEO, BeautyStat; Tatyana Tabakman, Technical Innovation Director, Orveon Global; and Tao Zheng, Executive Director, Advanced Technologies – SPF and Makeup Innovation, The Estée Lauder Companies
The other CEW Supplier’s Award finalists were: Bio Component Research for Bakuchiol Ester BCR; Clariant for CycloRetin; Evonik Vecollage for Fortify L; Givaudan for Illuminyl 388; Lucas Meyer Cosmetics for Cor neopeptyl; Presperse for EstoGel Green; and Trautec for SRHC Type XVII
CEW is an inter national organization of 9,000+ thought leaders, trendsetters, and rising stars in the beauty industry with diverse backgrounds at leading brands, retailers, fragrance houses, media outlets, and suppliers Its mission is to infor m and connect people in the beauty industry, so they feel empowered to create and build in bold new ways.
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2024 NYSCC Board & Committees
Executive Board
Chair
Amber Evans
House of Cheatham
Treasurer-Elect
Diane Dabkowski
Rutgers University
A TON Process Solutions, LLC
By-Laws
Cathy Piterski
Essential Ingredients
At Home Live Series
Susanna Fer nandes
TRI-K Industries
Diversity and Inclusion
Gabriella Yankovich
Mitsui & Co
Future Chemists Workshop
Thomas Drwiega
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Outreach
Giorgio Dell’Acqua
Nutrafol
Scientific Committee
Yun Shao
KOBO Products
Chair-Elect
John Carola
Katonah Chemical
Secretary
Mythili Nori
BASF Corporation
Executive Committee
Program Chair
Alexis Piterski
Essential Ingredients
Cosmetiscope Editor
Roger L. McMullen
Ashland, Inc
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Board Appointments
Communications
Maria Sousa
Edgewell Personal Care
Employment
James Grant
Edgewell Personal Care
Historian
Steve Her man
Diffusion LLC
Registration
Christina Phillips Gattefossé
Social Media Chair
Maria Sousa
Edgewell Personal Care
Suppliers’ Day
Jane McDer mott
E.C.M.A.
Treasurer
Alex Blakeman
Superior Materials
Advisor
Stacey House Coty
House Chair
Afam Okoro
P2 Science, Inc
Cosmetiscope Advertising
Raymond B. Clark
Ashland, Inc
EventBrite Manager
Thomas Drwiega
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Mentorship Program
Ava Atri L’Oréal USA
Mary Fendelander Chanel
Scholarship
Toussaint Jordan
Solabia USA + Applechem
Special Events
Johanna Gigliotti
Deveraux Specialties
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Mike Anthonavage Vitaquest
Giorgio Dell’Acqua Nutrafol
Sue Feng
E T Brown Drug Company
Roger L. McMullen Ashland, Inc.
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Scientific Committee
Ben Blinder Gattefossé USA
Amber Evans House of Cheatham
Stacey House Coty
Mythili Nori BASF Corporation
Anne Young Biocogent
Event Chairs
Ski Trip
Cathy Piterski Essential Ingredients
April Event
Giorgio Dell’Acqua Nutrafol
Golf Outing
James Francisco Beauty Connectors
September Event
Roger L. McMullen Ashland, Inc
Fairleigh Dickinson University
February Event
Amber Evans House of Cheatham
Awards Night 2024 Giorgino Macalino Coty
Fishing Trip and Seafood Boil
Hani Fares Ashland, Inc
Amber Evans House of Cheatham
October Event
Jason Nesta Omya
Juliana Rumbaugh Omya
Catherine Chiou L’Oréal USA
Hani Fares Ashland, Inc
Hang Ma University of Rhode Island
Yun Shao Kobo Products
March Event
Mike Anthonavage Vitaquest
June Event Howard Epstein EMD Electronics
Culinary Event Johanna Gigliotti Deveraux Specialties
November Event Susanna Fer nandes Tri-K Industries
70th Anniversary Gala and NYSCC Supports Education Event
Giorgino Macalino Coty
Social Media Team
Xylia Ajose University of Cincinnati
Lakshmi Guram Rutgers University
Natalie Mischello University of Cincinnati
Camilla Dalpiaz Rutgers University
Nana Kumah Rutgers University
Karen Montecinos Rutgers University
Abbie Neo Rutgers University
Simran Gujral LIU Brooklyn
My Le Rutgers University
Revathi Nair Rutgers University
Dejour Waite Rutgers University
NYSCC Celebrates!
In the spirit of this year ’ s theme of “Inspire Innovate Celebrate ” we are excited to launch “NYSCC Celebrates!”, a Cosmetiscope section that celebrates the accomplishments of NYSCC members The accomplishment could be something professional like a promotion or new degree, or something personal such as writing a book or winning/ placing in a major competition This serves as a platfor m for our talented and multifaceted NYSCC members to proudly shine
If you would like to be featured in an upcoming “NYSCC Celebrates!”, please send your special accomplishment to:
• Roger McMullen (roger mcmullen@fdu.edu) and
• Amber Evans (chair@nyscc.org)
We look forward to celebrating YOU!
NYSCC Employment Section
Are you looking for a candidate that loves the personal care industry, who enjoys the thrill of designing a make-up product or shampoo? Or perhaps you are seeking someone with expertise in raw materials. Maybe you need some help around the lab and could use a tenacious inter n who wants to start their career in the personal care space
The NYSCC Chapter supports you and your business with FREE postings to our webpage. Contact e m p l o y m e n t a d m i n @ n y s c c . o rg to have passionate candidates apply to your roles Recent postings include companies such as Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, Kenvue, Olaplex, and Symrise for roles in Sales, Marketing, For mulations, and Regulatory.
Below are some positions in the personal care industry that are currently posted on the NYSCC website. For a full description of the jobs, visit https://nyscc.org/jobs.
The Cosmetiscope editorial committee invites all interested parties to submit feature technical articles for publication in the NYSCC monthly newsletter Authors of feature articles are eligible to win the prestigous NYSCC Literature Award ($1,000) for the best front-page article published during the calendar year. Authors also receive $200 reimbursement to attend a theatrical perfor mance of their choice Writing an article for your peers is a very rewarding experience, both personally and professionally, and will ensure your place in NYSCC history You may choose whatever topic you feel would be interesting to fellow colleagues in our industry We also welcome any other types of commentaries or articles that may be published in the Career Corner, Technical Tidbit section, or as a Letter to the Editor
Please send correspondence to: roger mcmullen@fdu.edu.
