Memoriam for Peter J. Van Soest (1929 – 2021) - His Revolutionary Impact on the Science and Education of Fiber Nutrition

Abstract

David Mertens and Mike Van Amburgh will reflect on the life, career and contributions of Dr. Peter J. Van Soest in the last session on Wednesday afternoon. Dave will discuss Peter's significant contributions to fiber chemistry and nutrition, and Mike will spend some time reflecting on Peter and his interactions with the larger community and those around him at Cornell.