Greer Adds Prominent Research Immunologist to Research and
Development Team

LENOIR, N.C. Aug 24, 2005 - Greer, a leading supplier of allergy
immunotherapy products and treatments, announced the addition of
research immunologist Fabien Lu, M.D., Ph.D. to Greer's Research and
Development Team. Included in Dr. Lu's many responsibilities will be
a primary focus around bringing his expertise to the oromucosal
research program. Prior to joining Greer, Dr. Lu worked in the
Virology and Immunology Unit of the California Regional Primate
Research Center at the University of California in Davis.

Dr. Lu's postgraduate work as a research immunologist has led to a
productive career with numerous peer-reviewed publications. He has
collaborated with scientists at major universities and biotech
companies to develop immunoassays for evaluating antibody and cell-
mediated immune responses. In 2002 Dr. Lu was presented an award by
the University of Alabama at Birmingham for his contributions in
molecular basis of NALT-induced mucosal immunity to SIV. He received
two more awards in 2002 and 2004 for his work studying
immunogenicity of rhesus monkeys.

"We are excited that Dr. Lu has chosen to join the Greer research
team," says Dr. Robert Esch, Greer vice president of research and
development. "With his experience and expertise, Dr. Lu will play an
integral role in expanding our research programs and developing our
second generation allergy immunotherapy products."

Dr. Lu began his career with a residency in medicine at Jilin
Medical University, Jilin, China, in 1985. He attended the Medical
University of Norman Bethune, Changchun, China, in 1987 in the field
of microbiology and infectious diseases. In 1991 Dr. Lu received a
master's degree in immunology and infectious disease from the
Pasteur Institute and University of Paris. He completed his Ph.D. in
1994 in immunology and virology while still attending the Pasteur
Institute.

About Greer

Greer, established in 1904 and located in Lenoir, North Carolina, is
a provider of allergy immunotherapy products and services for
treating humans and animals. Greer's highly skilled scientists
provide technical support for customers by continuing to focus and
improve the lives of allergic patients.

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