Apyron Reinforces Research and Development Division with New Leadership.Business Editors ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 15, 2000 Apyron Technologies, Inc. continues to strengthen its position as a technology development powerhouse by bringing Dr. Francis P. Daly onboard as Vice President of Research and Development. The move comes as part of Apyron's efforts to fortify for·ti·fy v. for·ti·fied, for·ti·fy·ing, for·ti·fies v.tr. To make strong, as: a. To strengthen and secure (a position) with fortifications. b. To reinforce by adding material. the infrastructure needed for continued expansion of their technology pipeline. Dr. Francis P. Daly--Vice President of Research and Development Dr. Daly brings over 25 years of experience in catalysis catalysis Modification (usually acceleration) of a chemical reaction rate by addition of a catalyst, which combines with the reactants but is ultimately regenerated so that its amount remains unchanged and the chemical equilibrium of the conditions of the reaction is not research and process scale-up to Apyron's talent base. His broad-based R&D knowledge will help ensure the Company's commercialization efforts are performed in a quick, efficient, and safe manner. Dr. Daly will direct the growth of Apyron's R&D organization, further defining current technologies for new applications, as well as generating new inventions. By adding Dr. Daly's extensive understanding of the R&D field to the Company's operations, Apyron can create the technical building blocks needed to commercialize current products and become a worldwide leader in technology solutions. Dr. Daly joined Apyron in March 2000, following an eleven-year career at Degussa-Huls Corporation where he oversaw development and commercialization of catalyst technologies. Graduating from the University of Rhode Island History The University was first chartered as the state's agricultural school in 1888. The site of the school was originally the Oliver Watson Farm, and the original farmhouse still lies on the campus today. , Dr. Daly holds a Ph.D in Physical Chemistry. Dr. Daly currently has 10 patents and 36 publications. "We are very fortunate to have someone as distinguished as Dr. Daly join our team," states Dr. Les Story, Apyron's Chief Operating Officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. and President. "Having both the experience needed to shape an aggressive research program and the understanding needed to translate that research into commercially viable technologies, is an essential element required to ensure the growth of Apyron's technology portfolio." Research Leading to Commercial Reality As a result of extensive research and development efforts over the past three years, Apyron has engineered an integrated water treatment system to remove the threat of arsenic poisoning arsenic poisoning Harmful effects of arsenic compounds (in pesticides, chemotherapy drugs, paints, etc.), most often from insecticide exposure. Susceptibility varies. Arsenic is believed to combine with certain enzymes, interfering with cellular metabolism. from contaminating drinking water drinking water supply of water available to animals for drinking supplied via nipples, in troughs, dams, ponds and larger natural water sources; an insufficient supply leads to dehydration; it can be the source of infection, e.g. leptospirosis, salmonellosis, or of poisoning, e.g. for potentially over 400 million people in India and neighboring Bangladesh. Arsenic poisoning through consumption of contaminated contaminated, v 1. made radioactive by the addition of small quantities of radioactive material. 2. made contaminated by adding infective or radiographic materials. 3. an infective surface or object. groundwater has reached epidemic proportions in the region, which some experts are calling "the worst mass poisoning in history." Apyron's system appears to be the best available technology for removing arsenic in regional tubwells, the hand pump system of obtaining groundwater for consumption and domestic use. Unique arsenic treatment challenges in India and Bangladesh demanded a custom solution that achieved high performance in varying water quality, was affordable, simple to operate, easy to maintain, and required no electrical power. Arsenic treatment technology in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. is also receiving considerable attention. USEPA USEPA United States Environmental Protection Agency is preparing to lower the MCL MCL - Macintosh Common LISP for arsenic below the current drinking water standard of 50 ppb. Existing arsenic problems in public and private water supplies have been identified in a number of U.S. geographic regions. The USEPA estimates over 2,000 public water systems and hundreds of thousands of private wells may require additional arsenic removal capabilities once regulation is finalized in 2001. Postponed since December, the new final proposed arsenic rule is set for release this month. About Apyron Apyron Technologies, Inc. is a leading developer of next generation engineered materials, focused on improving the quality of life. Apyron's current commercialization efforts are focused on providing advanced adsorbents, catalysts, catalyst supports and antimicrobials for a broad variety of water and air treatment applications worldwide. Apyron is located at 4030-F Pleasantdale Road, Atlanta, Georgia, 30340. For more information, please visit www.apyron.com. |
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