DowDuPont specialty products names 2017 Pedersen Award Medalists

WILMINGTON, Del.—DowDuPont specialty products division named three scientists as 2017 Pedersen Award Medalists: Paul Fagan, Arthur Ouwehand and David Rodini. The medalists were honored in award ceremonies last week in Wilmington, according to a company release.

Paul Fagan of Wilmington was recognized for his technical leadership in the application of chemistry to the development of renewably sourced materials. He made significant technical contributions and led numerous projects such as the production of sustainable polymers and conversion of sugars to bio-based products.

Arthur Ouwehand of Inga, Finland, was recognized for his technical contributions in the fields of microbiome sciences and probiotics for applications such as animal and human nutrition.

David Rodini of Richmond, Va., was recognized for his expertise in the areas of aramid monomer and polymer production, as well as fiber functionalization and modification. He was responsible for development of antistatic technology for DuPont Nomex fiber, fabric and thermal apparel business.

Pedersen Medalists are selected by DuPont Fellows, a group of technical professionals in the company. The award is named for DuPont's Nobel Laureate, Charles Pedersen, and recognizes individuals who have made technical contributions that have delivered significant value to customers.