Arista Laboratories has announced the appointment of Dr Bradley K. Norwood to the position of laboratory director of its site in Richmond, Virginia.

Dr Norwood has his doctorate in organic chemistry from Virginia Commonwealth University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from Virginia Military Institute. In his most recent capacity, he has been the director of instrument facilities at the University of Richmond responsible for training students in the theory and operation of a variety of analytical instruments. Dr Norwood replaces Dr Galina Holloway. (ci)