Governor Mitch Daniels has honored Dr. Leslie A. Geddes, naming him the first recipient of the Dr. Phillip E. Nelson Innovation Award for his groundbreaking accomplishments in medical research and treatments. The award, created it in 2007 to recognize outstanding Hoosier scientists, is named in honor of Dr. Phillip E. Nelson, a Purdue University scientist awarded the 2007 World Food Prize for his revolutionary achievements in the field of food processing. More information can be found at University News Service.