“Sludge” is a general term for liquids, with a high solids content, that remain after some industrial processes such as wastewater treatment, drinking water treatment, mining operations, or petroleum extraction. Although sludges are typically thought…
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Enzyme Use in Textiles
Enzymes are complex protein molecules produced by living organisms. Their function is to make chemical reactions proceed rapidly to continue life. In nature, they are responsible for digesting food and composting trees. Humans have learned…
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Bioplastics Are Revolutionizing the Packaging Industry
Bioplastics are derived from renewable resources such as cornstarch, sugarcane, or potato starch, as opposed to traditional plastics made from fossil fuels. This renewable source reduces the carbon footprint associated with plastic production, making bioplastics…
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Industrial Biotechnology Experts
Industrial Biotechnology uses biotechnology for industrial processes, using microorganisms and enzymes to produce goods for industry, including chemicals, plastics, food, agricultural and pharmaceutical products, and energy carriers. It provides new ways to manufacture products while…
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Expert Witness – Biodiesel
The expert witness in biodiesel-related litigation is a very specialized role with a select group of professionals. As the term “bioeconomy” encompasses many areas of expertise – bioenergy, biofuels, renewable chemicals, biotechnologies, feedstocks, and more…
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Expert Witness in Biofuels Insurance
Types of Litigation Normally Seen in Insurance Matters In the bioeconomy, litigation involving insurance can arise from various scenarios, reflecting the diverse nature of activities and risks associated with bio-based industries. Some common types of…
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The Future of Pulp and Paper
The pulp and paper industry has faced many challenges over the last 40 years. In the mid-80s dioxin was found in bleach plant effluent streams and concerns about the northern spotted owl, an endangered species,…
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Microwave Energy Expert
Microwaves are electromagnetic waves. Microwave energy (heating) has been used in the chemical industry for many years for many diverse applications due to its advantages like volumetric heating, high power density, and fast, easy temperature…
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Sewage and Sludge Treatment
Sewage treatment is the process of removing from municipal wastewater the contaminates that come mainly from household sewage and industrial wastewater. There are several physical, chemical, and biological processes that are used to remove contaminants…
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Biomass Pretreatment Expert
Biomass pretreatment covers a series of processes that prepare biomass like agricultural residues, forest residues, or energy crops, for further processing into biofuels, chemicals, or other bioproducts. The objective of biomass pretreatment is to break…
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