PFAS is short for “poly and perfluoroalkyl substances”. You likely encounter it regularly, maybe multiple times a day. You might even consume it. PFAS, a class of more than 4,000 different chemicals, is everywhere. It turns…
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Ethanol Protein – Importance of Co-Product Quality
Why is the importance of ethanol protein co-product quality? At least eight ethanol plants have recently installed new process technology that separates higher value corn fermentation protein from whole stillage. This ethanol protein is a…
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Carbon Negative Impacts from Biomass Conversion
Many countries have carbon credit programs for biomass conversion, designed to achieve GHG reduction goals. Several forms of biomass diversion from landfills, farms, and other biomass–dependent GHG sources are already in operation to support significant…
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Biobased Chemicals
Biobased chemicals, also known as bio-based chemicals or biochemicals, are a class of chemicals that are derived from renewable biological sources such as plants, algae, and microorganisms. These chemicals are produced using biotechnology processes, fermentation,…
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Expert Witness – Ethanol
Expert witnesses play a pivotal role in ethanol-related litigation. These professionals bring specialized knowledge and qualifications to the courtroom, providing critical insights that can help attorneys, judges, and juries understand the issues and science involved….
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The 30-30 Rule: Lessons from the Field in Wood Power
By Charles Loos, P.E., LEC Partners From an operations standpoint, a wood-fired power plant can be described as a fuel handling system first, and a power plant second. The biggest challenges stem from the fuel itself…
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Biomass Technology Commercialization
Biomass Technology Commercialization refers to a rigorous process that transforms a biomass technology concept through a series of steps into a profitable operating biomass entity. Inventors and their investors must convert their concepts into commercial…
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Process Integration in Industrial Biotechnology / Synthetic Biology
What does an expert in process integration in the field of industrial biotechnology or synthetic biology do? First, let’s define terms. These two terms are frequently interchanged, but are not exactly synonymous; synthetic biology should…
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Expert Witness – Economics & Damages in the Bioeconomy
Specialized Expertise in the Bioeconomy The bioeconomy encompasses a vast array of industries and technologies, each with its own challenges and intricacies. The complexity of litigation within the bioeconomy often requires specialized expertise, especially when…
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Plastic Waste Conversion Expert
Plastic waste conversion is the transformation of plastic waste into usable sustainable products. Depending on the waste plastic composition and level of contaminations, the plastic feedstock could be effectively converted into high-value products through pyrolysis,…
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