Oil-Dri Corporation of America Appoints Dr. Mervyn de Souza as Vice President of Research & Development
Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) has appointed Dr. Mervyn de Souza as Vice President of Research & Development to lead the company's global innovation efforts. Dr. de Souza brings over 25 years of experience in research, development, and innovation across food, agriculture, life sciences, and industrial sectors.
Dr. de Souza, who holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Biophysics, will oversee Oil-Dri's Innovation Center and expand its mineral-based products portfolio. He is a co-inventor on more than 20 patents and will be responsible for guiding exploratory research, technology transfer, and fostering innovation within the R&D organization.
Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) ha nominato Dr. Mervyn de Souza Vicepresidente della Ricerca e Sviluppo per guidare gli sforzi di innovazione globale dell'azienda. Il Dr. de Souza vanta oltre 25 anni di esperienza in ricerca, sviluppo e innovazione nei settori alimentare, agricolo, delle scienze della vita e industriale.
Il Dr. de Souza, che possiede un dottorato in Biochimica, Biologia Molecolare e Biofisica, supervisionerà il Centro Innovazione di Oil-Dri e amplierà il portafoglio di prodotti a base minerale. È co-inventore di più di 20 brevetti e sarà responsabile di guidare la ricerca esplorativa, il trasferimento tecnologico e di promuovere l'innovazione all'interno dell'organizzazione R&S.
Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) ha nombrado a Dr. Mervyn de Souza como Vicepresidente de Investigación y Desarrollo para liderar los esfuerzos globales de innovación de la compañía. El Dr. de Souza aporta más de 25 años de experiencia en investigación, desarrollo e innovación en los sectores de alimentos, agricultura, ciencias de la vida e industria.
El Dr. de Souza, que posee un doctorado en Bioquímica, Biología Molecular y Biofísica, supervisará el Centro de Innovación de Oil-Dri y ampliará su cartera de productos a base de minerales. Es coinventor de más de 20 patentes y será responsable de dirigir la investigación exploratoria, la transferencia tecnológica y fomentar la innovación dentro de la organización de I+D.
Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC)는 회사의 글로벌 혁신 노력을 이끌기 위해 Dr. Mervyn de Souza를 연구개발 부사장으로 임명했습니다. Dr. de Souza는 식품, 농업, 생명과학 및 산업 분야에서 25년 이상의 경험을 보유하고 있습니다.
생화학, 분자생물학 및 생물물리학 박사 학위를 가진 Dr. de Souza는 Oil-Dri의 혁신 센터를 총괄하며 광물 기반 제품 포트폴리오를 확장할 예정입니다. 그는 20개 이상의 특허의 공동 발명자이며 탐색 연구, 기술 이전 및 연구개발 조직 내 혁신 촉진을 책임질 것입니다.
Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE : ODC) a nommé Dr. Mervyn de Souza Vice-Président de la Recherche et Développement pour diriger les efforts mondiaux d'innovation de l'entreprise. Le Dr de Souza apporte plus de 25 ans d'expérience en recherche, développement et innovation dans les secteurs de l'alimentation, de l'agriculture, des sciences de la vie et de l'industrie.
Le Dr de Souza, titulaire d'un doctorat en biochimie, biologie moléculaire et biophysique, supervisera le Centre d'Innovation d'Oil-Dri et développera son portefeuille de produits à base de minéraux. Il est co-inventeur de plus de 20 brevets et sera chargé d'orienter la recherche exploratoire, le transfert de technologie et de favoriser l'innovation au sein de l'organisation R&D.
Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) hat Dr. Mervyn de Souza zum Vice President für Forschung und Entwicklung ernannt, um die globalen Innovationsbemühungen des Unternehmens zu leiten. Dr. de Souza bringt über 25 Jahre Erfahrung in Forschung, Entwicklung und Innovation in den Bereichen Lebensmittel, Landwirtschaft, Lebenswissenschaften und Industrie mit.
Dr. de Souza, der einen Doktortitel in Biochemie, Molekularbiologie und Biophysik besitzt, wird das Innovationszentrum von Oil-Dri leiten und das Portfolio mineralbasierter Produkte erweitern. Er ist Mit-Erfinder von mehr als 20 Patenten und wird verantwortlich sein für die Leitung von explorativer Forschung, Technologietransfer und die Förderung von Innovationen innerhalb der F&E-Organisation.
- Appointment of highly qualified R&D leader with 25+ years of experience
- New VP brings strong intellectual property background with 20+ patents
- Strategic addition to enhance technical capabilities and innovation pipeline
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CHICAGO, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC), is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mervyn de Souza as Vice President of Research & Development. In this role, Dr. de Souza will lead Oil-Dri’s global innovation efforts, advancing the development of new, value-added products and applications that leverage the Company’s unique mineral resources.
Dr. de Souza brings more than 25 years of experience building and leading high-performing research, development, and innovation teams across the food, agriculture, life sciences, and industrial sectors. Throughout his career, he has successfully overseen global R&D operations, driven new product development, and guided complex technical initiatives from ideation through commercialization. His expertise also includes intellectual property strategy, scientific partnerships, and translating technical advancements into practical, commercially viable solutions.
“We are excited to welcome Dr. de Souza to the Oil-Dri leadership team,” said Daniel S. Jaffee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Oil-Dri Corporation of America. “His broad technical expertise, strategic mindset, and proven leadership experience will be instrumental in advancing our innovation pipeline, enhancing our technical capabilities, and helping us continue to Create Value from Sorbent Minerals.”
As Vice President of Research & Development, Dr. de Souza will oversee the Company’s Innovation Center and lead Oil-Dri’s efforts to expand its portfolio of mineral-based products and technologies. His responsibilities include guiding exploratory research, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, supporting technology transfer to manufacturing operations, and fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning within the R&D organization.
Dr. de Souza holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Biophysics from the University of Minnesota, along with advanced degrees in Microbial Engineering and Biochemistry. He is a co-inventor on more than 20 patents and has authored numerous scientific publications.
For over 80 years, Oil-Dri has leveraged its expertise in mineral science to provide innovative, sustainable solutions for industries including animal health, consumer products, industrial applications, and fluids purification. Dr. de Souza’s appointment reflects the Company’s ongoing commitment to technical excellence and delivering solutions that meet evolving global needs.
About Oil-Dri Corporation of America
Oil-Dri Corporation of America (“Oil-Dri”) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products for the pet care, animal health and nutrition, fluids purification, agricultural ingredients, sports field, industrial and automotive markets. Oil-Dri is vertically integrated which enables the Company to efficiently oversee every step of the process from research and development to supply chain to marketing and sales. With over 80 years of experience, the Company continues to fulfill its mission to Create Value from Sorbent Minerals. To learn more about the Company, please visit oildri.com.
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