John Brace has 30+ years of experience in industry and university including contract research, analytical method development, materials science, RD&E and commercialization of numerous rigid containers for food, beverage, pharma, household and personal care applications. Dr. Brace (Ph. D., Analytical Chemistry, Purdue University) offers consultancy in packaging: materials science, processing effects on polymers, permeation science, food/packaging compatibility, modeling and shelf life.