Matt is a graduate student in the Department of Food Science at Purdue University working with Dr. Lisa Mauer in the area of Food Chemistry, with an emphasis on Water-Solid Interactions and stability of crystalline food ingredients (including common beverage ingredients: salts, sugars, vitamins, organic acids, and blends thereof). His M.S. studies focus on developing analytical procedures for improved measurement and understanding of hydrate formation and deliquescence in common crystalline ingredients. His PhD research will include studies to improve the delivery of bioactive ingredients in food and beverage systems. Matt has had a strong interest in the beverage industry for most of his Food Science education. His first internship was with Tree Top Inc., an apple juicer Co-op, where he gained experience in juice product development and juice production. Volunteers Lothar Brauer, Maria Piedad-Lopez, Manus Mitchell, and Gary Robson Volunteers Marcio Amazonas, Alicia Certucha and Alberto Helguera BevTech Latin America Attendees Gunther Krieg accepts the Deutscher Umweltpreis Award Industry experience initiated his interest in the beverage industry, and his graduate school experience is equipping him with the tools necessary to pursue a career in the beverage industry. After graduate school, he would like to be a Research Scientist for a food or beverage company where his knowledge and experience in food chemistry can be utilized. Matt would like to thank the International Society