Catherine Nettles Cutter

The first chapter of this book was compiled by me, with assistance from several of my former Food Science graduate students and a post-doctoral associate. At the time I was asked to write the chapter, I was struggling with a rare medical condition (glossopharyngeal neuralgia due to Eagle's syndrome) that affected my ability to swallow and speak. Without a voice at times, it was difficult to lecture and teach. So, writing became a way to stay engaged in my field of study. Completing the chapter and contributing to this book during this difficult time turned out to be one of the more rewarding experiences of my career.