DevelOPInG SCIentISt AWArDS he Developing Scientist Awards Program encourages and recognizes the work of students and recent graduates in the field of food safety research. The program was established in 1986 to foster professionalism in students through contact with peers and professional Members of the Association. It also encourages student participation in the Association and the Annual Meeting. T IAFP Developing Scientist Chairperson, Indaue Mello-Hall (middle) with the Developing Scientist Award Winners (left to right) Stephanie Drake, Gabriela Lopez-Velasco, Jie Wei and Arena Richardson. OrAl 1st Place – Stephanie Drake 2nd Place – Jie Wei 3rd Place – Kristina Carter POSter 1st Place – Gabriela Lopez-Velasco 2nd Place – Anika Singla 3rd Place – Arena Richardson Sponsored by 792 FOOD PROTECTION TRENDS | NOVEMBER 2008