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Hello,

Here are my thoughts, insights, perspectives, and opinions based on my work in Biomass energy consulting and research — and, of course, my personal reflections!

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Bio-based Triethyl Citrate (TEC)

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How Bio-sourced Methanol is Produced

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Lipid Accumulation Pathways in Algae

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Direct Air Capture to Biofuels: Closing the Carbon Loop with Engineered Biology

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Metabolic Engineering for Higher Alcohols

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Photosynthetic Efficiency in Cyanobacteria

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Anaerobic Digestion Optimization: Enhancing Biogas Yields for a Circular Bioeconomy

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Syngas Fermentation

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Fatty Acid Synthase for Hydrocarbons

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Enzyme Discovery for Lignin Valorization

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