SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nuvilex, Inc. (Pink Sheets: NVLX) announced today the appointment of Gerald W. Crabtree, Ph.D., to the position of Chief Operating Officer, where he will be addressing day-to-day operations. In addition, he will be assisting company President and CEO, Dr. Robert F. Ryan, to successfully formulate acquisitions, grants, and strategic alliances.