Researchers propose 2nd law of thermodynamics-based process to select and develop microorganisms for optimal biofuel production

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By mmillikinAug 17, 2015, 7:00 am103 pts
Researchers at the University of Maryland are proposing a new process to isolate and to direct the evolution of microorganisms that convert cellulosic biomass or gaseous CO2 and H2 to biofuels such as ethanol, 1-butanol, butane, or hexane (among others). The approach is based on the theory that fermentation…

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