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Article: SEN. LUGAR CONGRATULATES DR. NELSON OF PURDUE ON WORLD FOOD PRIZE

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June 21, 2007
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Purdue University issued the following news release:

Sen. Dick Lugar today attended the announcement at the State Department naming Dr. Phillip E. Nelson of Purdue University as winner of the 2007 World Food Prize for his pioneering research in aseptic food processing which has enabled large-scale storage and transportation of fruits and vegetables. Eliminating post-harvest spoilage, his research has made it affordable and convenient to transport and deliver food in developing countries without the need for refrigeration.

"I congratulate Dr. Nelson on receiving the 2007 World Food Prize. His innovative research has changed the humane business of food distribution and thereby the dimensions ...

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