Dr. Attila Pavlath's 45 year career at the USDA Western Regional Laboratory has resulted in a multitude of accomplishments that were timely and innovative. Among his accomplishments we will discuss the shrink proofing and soil proofing of wool, the utilization of agricultural products and bio-products for energy, the protection of produce from moisture loss, discoloration and loss of flavor and new biodegradable food packaging materials. Throughout his career Dr. Pavlath's research has focused on improved utilization of agricultural products to meet producer and consumer needs. In those efforts he has cleverly applied state of the art technology to provide practical solutions to needs. The research has resulted in making shrink resistant and wrinkle resistant wool more competitive with synthetic fabrics, use of agricultural waste and by-products as renewable energy sources, coatings for fresh and minimally processed foods to extend shelf life and biodegradable packaging materials for foods. Dr. Pavlath has been a thought leader, mentor and thoughtful scientist for his entire illustrious career.

Brief summary of Dr. Attila Pavlath at the USDA Western Regional Research Laboratory

248th National Meeting (2014)

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