Stevia First Corp. announced that Doug Grubb, Ph.D. has accepted a position on the company's Scientific Advisory Board and that Brandon Zipp, Ph.D. has been promoted internally to the position of Director of R&D. Dr. Zipp has diverse training in biochemistry, molecular biology, and fermentation, combined with extensive hands-on laboratory experience with plant UGTs. His work at Stevia First has already led to notable deliverables including the filing of new intellectual property, and in his new position he will continue to work and lead staff in tackling additional opportunities.