Catalysts based on ruthenium diphosphine complexes convert methanol/ethanol mixtures to the advanced biofuel isobutanol, with extremely high selectivity (>99%) at good (>75%) conversion via a Guerbet-type mechanism.
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J Chromatogr A
December 2024
Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6G 2P5. Electronic address:
The development of biofuel technologies depends on the accurate identification and quantification of products from the conversion processes. Given the complexity of the renewable resources, the availability of biomass, and the versatility of conversion methods, there is a need for characterization methods that provide rapid and reliable analysis for various products coming from different conversion processes with minimal sample preparation. This study develops and validates gas chromatography methods that use multiple detectors to analyze pyrolytic compounds in both gas and liquid phases efficiently in a single, rapid run.
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December 2024
Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Key Laboratory for Prevention and Treatment of Bone and Joint Diseases, Shanghai Institute of Traumatology and Orthopaedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200025, China.
Bio-microfluidic technologies offer promising applications in diagnostics and therapy, yet they face significant technical challenges, particularly in the need for external power sources, which limits their practicality and user-friendliness. Recent advancements have explored innovative methods utilizing body fluids, motion, and heat to power these devices, addressing the power supply issue effectively. Among these, body-motion and body-heat-powered systems stand out for their potential to create self-sustaining, wearable, and implantable devices.
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December 2024
Department of Biotechnology, Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad, Prayagraj, 211004, Uttar Pradesh, India.
The aim of the current investigation is to explore the novel application of pumpkin, papaya, and orange peels as growth substrates for microalgae cultivation, with the overarching goal of advancing a sustainable "Agro to Agro" biorefinery paradigm. The research evaluates the integration of waste management practices into microalgal production, optimizing growth parameters to maximize output. Optimal concentrations of 2.
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December 2024
Agronomy Department, Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology Program, Genetics Institute, University of Florida, IFAS-Institute of Food and Agricultural Science, Gainesville, FL, United States.
Sugarcane ( spp.) is an important biofuel feedstock and a leading source of global table sugar. hybrid cultivars are highly polyploid (2n = 100-130), containing large numbers of functionally redundant hom(e)ologs in their genomes.
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December 2024
Workshop Machinery and Maintenance Division, Bangladesh Rice Research Institute, Gazipur, Bangladesh.
Rice, a staple food in Bangladesh, produces substantial quantities of rice bran as a by-product, offering considerable potential for advancing agriculture. While rice bran holds value, traditional uses like poultry feed and landfilling remain prevalent despite growing interest in its broader applications. This article explores the current status, stabilization methods, oil extraction techniques, and opportunities and challenges associated with rice bran utilization in Bangladesh.
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