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New York State Agricultural Experiment Station, Geneva, New York

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Alumni Couple’s Gift to Fund New Professorship for Geneva

B R IE F S
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ou m ay

Y not know Yongkeun

Joh, but you have

tasted his work.

H is com pany,

Advanced Food

Systems, is a pow­

erh o u se in the

burgeoning field

of food ingredient

technology - the

science behind

j uicy precooked

chicken breasts and

packaged sauces

that look and taste

homemade.

Yongkeun and Sunny Joh

“If you go to

most fast-food restaurant chains or sit-down places, most of the products, especially the

chicken and sauces and beef, have our products in them,” says Joh.

Now, Joh and his wife and business partner, Sunny, M.S. ’77, have endowed the

Yongkeun Joh Professorship of Food Ingredient and Product Formulation. It is the first

endowed chair to benefit the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva,

and it may be the first professorship of its kind in the nation, says Chang Yong ‘Cy’Lee,

chair of the Department of Food Science and Technology.

The new professorship will reflect the multidisciplinary, problem-solving approach

that Joh credits for his success in business.

“Food science is applied science,” says Joh. “It is chemistry, engineering, m icrobiol­

ogy, marketing and management. There are multiple tasks, and they have to be properly

applied to be successful.”

Joh and Lee point out that ingredient scientists do not make finished foods. Instead,

they work with the food industry to solve such problems as the mystery of how crispy

breading on fried chicken goes soggy in the refrigerator overnight.

“You have to know how each ingredient behaves and how each ingredient interacts,”

Lee said. “Yongkeun felt deeply that we should have this type of education that solves

real-world problems. This position bridges that gap.”

With its industry focus, the Joh Professorship will foster greater collaboration with

industry and thereby prom ote economic developm ent and add to C ornell’s leadership

in applied research, says Susan A. Henry, the Ronald P. Lynch D ean of the College of

Agriculture and Life Sciences.

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“By addressing a recognized need of the food ingredient industry, the Joh Professor­ ship will contribute significantly to the creation of profitable new business opportunities in New York and the N ortheast,” Henry said. “We are also thrilled by Yongkeun and Sunny Joh’s generous commitment because it offers an important new model for funding applied research and extension at our Geneva Experiment Station, which now depends almost exclusively on the availability of public funding. We are committed to ensuring that the Geneva Experim ent Station is able to continue to provide leadership in critical areas of applied research and extension outreach to the citizenry of New York, and the Johs’ wonderful gift is an exciting and crucial step in this direction. ”
The professorship builds upon NYSAES’s efforts to benefit New York’s agricultural producers and food entrepreneurs and upon such unique programs and facilities as the Cornell Analytical Laboratories, Fruit and Vegetable Technology Pilot Plant, Food Pro­ cessing and Development Laboratory and New York State Food Venture Center.
“The establishm ent of the Joh Family Professor of Food Ingredient and Product For­ mulation as the first endowed professorship at the Station, is an uplifting and historic event, ” said Tom Burr. “We are very grateful to Yongkeun and Sunny for their generosity and commitment as well as their willingness to assist in the development of this innova­ tive position. The position will offer new opportunities for training students and doing research to meet critical needs of food industry. ”
Yongkeun and Sunny Joh met and married as Cornell students and have supported scholarships and programs over the years, particularly for students from Korea. The professorship marks their most significant gift to date.
“Cornell is more than ju st an alma m ater to u s,” Joh says. “We always thought we should give back. ”
B. Hoffman
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It's Time for the Annual Pumpkin and Apple Cook-off!
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J f you don't have a dish, come anyway! T he event is open to EVERYONE. It's free for anyone who cooks, or just $2 for people who just want to taste.
This event is sponsored by the GPSAFC and is open to the Cornell Community (students, post-docs, profs, and staff).
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Cornell Agriculture & Food Technology Park Announces Resignation of Daniel Fessenden

D aniel J. Fessenden, executive director of the Cornell Agriculture & Food Technol­ ogy Park (CAFTP), announced his resignation on Thursday, October 25 effective January 1, 2007. Fessenden said he leaves the position with great pride in the Park’s accomplishments and with deep gratitude for having had an opportunity to play a role in its establishment and growth.
“It has been my tremendous privilege to help launch the Cornell Agriculture & Food Technology Park,” said Fessenden. “The Technology Farm is well-positioned to become a significant contributor to our region’s economy and a unique venue for food and agriculture enterprises to gain competitive advantages by working closely with Cornell University.”
Fessenden has been elected to a seat on the CAFTP board of directors, which will al­ low for his continued involvement with the organization. Hired as the Park’s first executive director in September 2004, his board membership commences January 2, 2007.
Fessenden, a native and resident of Cayuga County, has accepted a new position as executive director of the Fred L. Emerson Foundation, Inc., near his fam ily’s home in Auburn, NY.
“The Technology Farm has benefited greatly from D an’s leadership, energy and vision,” said CAFTP President, Dr. Robert Seem. “We are grateful for the solid foundation he has helped establish. His continued involvement as a board member will be an enormous advan­ tage for the Park.”
During Fessenden’s tenure, the CAFTP has: • Completed a $10 million phase-one development transforming a former research farm into a university-based research park complete with high-end commercial infrastructure and a 20,000 sq. ft. multi-tenant, business accelerator building.
• Recruited several new, emerging companies, each working with Cornell University researchers, as initial tenants of the Park.

PearStation Community
I wanted to makeyou aware o fmy plan to step down as executive di­ rector o f the Cornett Agricuture & FoodTechnologyPark on January 2007,
I have accepted a uniquely appeal­ ing opportunity to serve as execu­ tive directoro f the FredL, Emerson Foundation, Inc,, a private founda­ tion locatednearmy family's home in Cayuga County,

• Received commitments from two governmental agencies to construct major, anchor facilities at the Park that will result in nearly $70 million of construction over the next two years. The USDA’s Agricultural Research Service will build a 59,000 sq. ft. na­ tional Center for Grape Genetics Research and The State of New York will construct a new, state-of-the-art, 85,000 sq. ft. food testing laboratory.
• Developed solid working relationships with numerous Cornell University adminis­ trators, researchers, centers and departments to benefit the long-term viability of the Park.
• Secured more than $2.8 million of grant funding to support the initial development and operations of the Park.
• Launched a marketing strategy including participation in major food and biotechnol­ ogy trade shows to promote The Technology Farm to established firms worldwide.
“Dan has done a truly remarkable job as Executive Director of CAFTP,” said Tom Burr. “His ability to communicate effectively with local, state and federal officials, Cornell and the business community are exceptional and have brought the Park to a very exciting stage in development. We will all miss D an’s enthusiasm and vision and congratulate him on this new step in his career path.”
The Technology Farm will begin a search for a new executive director soon, and hopes to have that person on board by early 2007. If necessary, the board will appoint an interim executive director.
The Cornell Agriculture & Food Technology Park, is also known as The Technology Farm. The 72-acre research park enables collaboration with world-class faculty at Cornell University in Geneva and Ithaca. Tenants can link to cutting-edge research in food, agriculture and bio-based sciences.

I t was a very difficult decision fo r me to leave the Park, I do so, how­ ever, w ith pride in the accomplish­ ments we havemade since2004 and confidence in the future success of the Park,
Betweennow andthe endoftheyear, I w itt be working hard to maintain the Park's momentum, A t the same time a search for a new executive director w itt be commenced, In ad­ dition, I have accepted the board's invitation to become board member o f the organization attowing fo rmy tonger-term, continuedinvotvement,
Thankyou fo ryoursupportandin­ terest in the CornettAgricutture & Food Technotogy Park, This initia­ tive hasju s t begun to demonstrate its capacity to fuet new economic opportunity, Your continued asso­ ciation is tremendousty important,
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On Friday, October 20, Kitty Noble, project administrator o f the Finger Lakes New Knowledge Fusion Project* along with Dan Fessenden, executive director o f the Cornell Agriculture & Food Technology Park hosted 11 guidance counselors from Penn Yan Academy and Southern Cayuga Central School. Topics and discussion centered around what kinds o f opportunities are available to each o f these schools to partner with the Park, Station, and Fusion Project. This was an effort that will help familiarize students with the wealth o fjob opportunities available in the fields o ffood, agriculture, and technology right here in New York State.
Tom Burr gave the group an overview o f the Experiment Station and described the outreach efforts the Station currently participates in. Dan Fessenden gave an overview o f the Park and took the group on a tour o f the facility. Kitty Noble explained the Fusion project and presented some educational materials she has developed including an elementary level coloring book and career cards fo r high school students. Counselors were thoroughly impressed by the resources available through the Fusion project, the Station, and the Park and look forw ard to working with each one in the future.
* This project is funded by an economic development grantfrom the National Science Foundation as part o f its Partnerships fo r Innovation project.

C L A S S IF IE D S

HOUSE FOR RENT. Bay View H eights: Two bedroom , 1.5 bath, 2-car garage. $850/m onth plus utilities. Please contact Kathy DeRosa, x2236, kad2, 789-7482.

FOR SALE:Smart Cards to help raise funds for the Class of 2007 Drug Free Graduation Party. For $20 you can save on car wash, dining, golf and movies in the Geneva, Waterloo and Seneca Falls area. For more information, please contact Nancy Long x2288.

THANKSGIVING TURKEYS. W ant a special Thanksgiving? Live turkeys, $50 each, dressing instruc­ tions included with every live bird. Dressed turkey, $70 each. Approximate weight of birds averages between 24 and 30 pounds. Call Paul at x2425.

VOLUNTEER REPLACEMENT NEEDED: I am looking for someone to replace me as a volunteer representative on the east coast area for a non-profit organization based in California. This charitable organization is called School-to-School International and it uses the 8-point education model system which concentrates on the critical learning needs of elementary school children. If you are interested or know some­ one who is interested, please contact Nora at nm99 or extension 2261
FOR SALE: Log Home. Approximately 1 acre lot overlooking Seneca Lake, 3-4 bedrooms, large sun-porch
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The Station hosted five classes o f kids from the Head Start program on an orchard visit earlier this month. Alan Lakso (above) taught the kids about different kinds o f apples, and showed them what apple trees and grapevines look like. The children thenpicked apples and, according to H ead Start teacher Gwen Whitley, later made applesauce and apple pie.

CALENDAR of EVENTS
OCT. 27 - NOV 10, 2006
M EETINGS
CHAIRS MEETING
Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2006 Time: 8:30 AM Place: Director’s Office
CALS FACULTY SENATE MEETING
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2006 Time: 4 PM Place: Audio/Visual Linkage, Jordan hall
Auditorium
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Please visit the ASC Website regularly at http://www.nysaes.cornell.edu/adm/asc/ index.php
Finance link has two new procedures: How to order a computer and How to Apply for a Pcard.
New Faculty visit http://www.purchasing. cornell.edu/overview2.cfm for purchasing information.
Check out Quick Links under Finance for University wide information.
Contact Kathy M orabito at x2228 or kmm64 with any questions or suggestions about the ASC Website.
SEM INARS
PLANT PATHOLOGY
Beth Gugino Cornell University, Geneva The what, why and how of carrot leaf blight and nematode management Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2006 Time: 3:30 PM (Coffee at 3 PM) Place: A-134 Barton Lab
Stewart Gray Department of Plant Pathology, Ithaca
The Re-Emergence of PVY in Potato: The Politics and Science of Virus Disease Control
Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2006 Time: 3:30 PM (Coffee at 3 PM) Place: A-134 Barton Lab

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HORT SCIENCE
Jude Maul Graduate Student, Geneva Towards understanding plant traits in agro­ ecosystems: a soil ecology perspective Date: Monday, November 6, 2006 Time: 11:15 AM Place: A-134 Barton Lab via Polycom
from Ithaca

ENTOMOLOGY

Rebecca Loughner Cornell University, Geneva Landscape ecology, pheromone communication, and management of
strawberry sap beetle

Date: Time: Place:

Tuesday, November 7, 2006 10:30 PM (Coffee at 10:15 PM) 310 Barton Lab

FOOD SCIENCE
Mr. Dan Elswit CALS IT Security Officer, Cornell
University, Geneva Computer security, privacy and the internet. The Station Community is
encouraged to attend.
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2006
Time: 11 AM
Place: Food Research Lab Conference
Room 251

LTC
PHOTOSHOP SERIES IV
Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2006 Time: 9 - 10:30 AM Place: Jordan Hall Staff Room Instructor: Jane Irwin
BIOFORMATICS
Date: Thursday, November 2, 2006 Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Place: Jordan Hall Staff Room Instructor: Medha Devare
WHY A MAC?
Date: Friday, November 6, 2006 Time: 9 AM - 4 PM(lunch break
around noon) Place: Jordan Hall Staff Room Speaker: Rick bettencourt, Senior System
Engineer from Apple Computer

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POWERPOINT
Date: Wednesday, November 8, 2006 Time: 2 - 4 PM Place: Jordan Hall Staff Room Instructor: Camille Andrews, Mann Library
Instructional Services Coordinator
EXCEL OPEN LAB
Date: Thursday, November 9, 2006 Time: 9-11 AM Place: LTC Instructor: Cheryl TenEyck
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(12x31) with gas fire place, large established perennial gardens, front, side and back decks, 1 car + garage. 12 miles from NY SAES. Penn Yan Schools. $159,900. Con­ tact Jane Irwin at mji4@cornell.edu or 315-730-0082
FOR SALE: 1997 Dodge 7 passenger van. 125,500 miles. 1,000. Contact Jane Irwin at mji4@ cornell.edu or 315-730-0082
FOR SALE: Basketball backboard and rim. Never used. $35. Full-size ping pong table. Good condition. $135. Call Judy Birkett at 585-526-5840
FOR SALE: Boat and trailer. 2000 Duranautic 1232, 12’ flat bottom jon boat with 2001 14’ Karavan galvanized trailer. Trailer has 13 ” wheels, fenders, and takes a 2 ” ball hitch with brand new 4 flat wiring plug. Boat is riveted, has no leaks or dents. Includes two clamp on style seats with backrests. Boat was painted camoflauge last year and makes a great small water hunting or fishing boat. Email jdp23 or call x2607 (315-719-8022 after 5 pm). Package sits at 23 Sharon St. in Geneva, stop by to take a look! Asking $1,000
FOR RENT: 2nd floor apartment at 276 Castle Street. Two bedroom s available on O ctober 1. $450 plus utilities,and garbage pick-up. Contact Mei Cheung by e-mail or 789-7974 ( evenings)
HOUSE FOR SALE: Close to Experim ent Station. Close to Schools! Updated kitchen, bathrooms, floors, windows. More information and pictures are available at: http: //www.forsalebyowner.com/listing/A86B3 ?cur rentlySearching=1
FOR SALE: 96 Chevy Blazer, 107k miles, good con­ dition, original owner. Towing and cold weather pkgs. Over 20mpg highway, 15-20 in town. $4000 firm. email mmc27 or call 315-398-0121
FOR SALE: 1997 Dodge Caravan SE, 5 doors, 7-pas­ senger, metallic gray, 3.3L V6, 111,500 miles. Recent repairs and maintenance: new tires, battery, starter and front struts, Also has a Class III trailer hitch w/ interior wiring. Clean and reliable. $2700 or B/O. Contact Dave at x2364
FOR SALE: Bowflex TC 3000 Treadclimber. Like New. $1500 or best offer, contact Bill at wns1@ cornell.edu or call 585-261-5023.
FREE TO A GOOD HOME: Baby guinea pigs. Please, call 539-3155 or e-mail JWL2

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Cornell A Major Player in NY Wine Quality Revolution
C ornell University has been a major player in the New York wine industry’s dramatic qual­ ity revolution, and at no time is this more evident than during the fall grape harvest and crush. With its world-class researchers and professional extension communicators, Cornell has provided a practical knowledge base to the people who need it—New York’s grape growers and wineries. Since its creation in 1985, the New York W ine & Grape Foundation has partnered with Cornell by providing an average of $500,000 annually for research in all areas of viticulture and enology—an investment with a great return to the industry.
Compared with flashy promotions, research is the quiet and less visible part of the revolution, with projects steadily carried out throughout the year and results conveyed at industry conferences organized by Cornell Cooperative Extension each spring. But just before, and during harvest is when everything really comes together to benefit grape growers, wine mak­ ers, and even consumers through better quality wines. Cooperative Extension grape specialists like Tim Martinson send a flurry of emails describing the latest growing conditions and how to maximize grape quality through adjustments in the vineyards. These are supplemented with daily emails from enologist Dr. Thomas-Henick Kling and his colleague Dragana Dimitrijevic on the ripening status
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of different grape varieties and how to treat them to achieve the best possible quality. Cooperative Extension even serves as a neutral e-matchmaker among buyers and sellers of grapes by letting them post their information in an email bulletin issued every week or so.
The New York Wine & Grape Founda­ tion’s strategic goal is ‘To have the New York grape and wine industry recognized as a world leader in quality, productivity and social responsibility.” Quality is like a three-legged stool with commitment, knowledge and communication as the three legs supporting the overall quality goal. If any of the legs is missing, the stool col­ lapses. Fortunately, New York now has a very sturdy stool—with grape growers and wine makers providing the commitment, researchers providing the knowledge, and extension providing the communication. It’s a great partnership, with great results.
J. Trezise Wine Press

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