New AACC Intl. Approved Method Released

The AACC International Approved Methods Technical Committee has released the new Determination of Damaged Starch-Amperometric Method (AACC Approved Method 76-33). Current Online Methods subscribers receive FREE access to all methods, including this new method. You can also order individual methods at the Online Bookstore or by calling 1.800.328.7560.

2009 AACC Intl. Annual Meeting Call for Papers Open February 1
The 2009 AACC International Program Planning Team invites submissions of both oral and poster presentations for the 2009 annual meeting.

Board Nominations Needed for 2010 Election
The Nominating Committee is developing a list of qualified association members for the offices of president-elect and director. Nominations are due March 1, 2009.

Keep the Competetive Edge: Attend AACC Intl. Short Courses
AACC Intl. is now offering a Food Extrusion Master Class, and short courses on Breakfast Cereals, Batters and Breading, Chemical Leavening, and Wheat and Functionality.

Students: Earn Money for School!
Applications for 2009–2010 scholarships and fellowships are now available. The deadline to receive applications is March 1, 2009.

USDA's Grant Program
USDA’s new Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program recently issued its call for applications.

Register Now for C&E Spring Meeting
*March 25-27, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Presentations include a workshop by the AACC Intl. Whole Grains Task Force, and sessions on regulatory aspects, technology, health, sensory challenges, phytochemicals, and more! 

Milling and Baking Division Spring Technical Conference Registration Open in February
Mark your calendars and plan to attend the 2009 Spring Technical Conference in Albuquerque, NM, May 13-15. Contact Dave Braun for program information and sponsorship opportunities.

Cereal Chemistry Featured Article
Quantitation of LMW-GS to HMW-GS Ratio in Wheat Flours