Papers:
Investigating the Effects of Media and Light Sources on the Growth of Botryococcus Braunii
The reduction of world’s petroleum reserves and the environmental problems created by emissions have increased the interests in alternative energy. Biodiesel is an environmentally friendly and biodegradable alternative fuel that is obtained from renewable sources. [...]
Are microalgae a possible energy source for a sustainable world?
In recent years, much scientific research has been directed to the search for viable alternatives to clean energy. Investments in research and development of renewable energy sources have been implemented, and the economic viability of [...]
Steam Explosion and Fermentation of Sugar Beets from Southern Florida and Minnesota
Dorado C., Cameron R.G., Cooper K., United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, US
Sugar beets have been grown primarily in the Midwest for the production of table sugar and have recently gained interest for planting and harvesting in other areas of the U.S. for use as cattle feed, [...]
Synthesis and properties of a series of bio-based surfactants with different hydrophobic chain length
Glyceric acid (2,3-dihydroxypropanoic acid, GA) is a natural organic compound found in specific plants as a minor constituent, but can be mass-produced biotechnologically from glycerol, a by-product of biodiesel fuel production. We synthesized a series [...]
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 2, Materials for Energy, Efficiency and Sustainability: TechConnect Briefs 2017
Published: May 14, 2017
Industry sectors: Advanced Materials & Manufacturing | Energy & Sustainability
Topic: Biofuels & Bioproducts
ISBN: 978-0-9975117-9-6