Understanding how brown rot fungi degrade wood could lead to new tools for more efficient biofuel production.
For the first time, scientists analyzed the genetic material of surface microbes that are colonizing the deep subsurface, where they are adapting and thriving.
Mass spectrometry and high-performance computing combined, allowing scientists to study proteins that link internal processes to community attributes.
Genetic approaches will aid development of higher biomass-yielding, sustainable trees for bioenergy feedstocks.
“Master regulator” gene will facilitate management and breeding of trees better adapted to changing environments.
Better understanding could lead to more cost-effective production of cellulosic biofuels.
Recycling waste from biofuel production could lower cost for future biorefineries.
A novel E. coli fatty acid biosynthesis system could more efficiently convert biomass to desired products.
Identifying enzyme instigators will speed the ability to manipulate plant cell wall structures for renewable feedstocks.
Advances in simulating biogeochemical processes in permafrost will improve predictions of potential impacts on climate.
Study reports first significant alcohol production by an archaeon.
Researchers use engineered bacteria to simplify biofuels production, potentially lowering cost.
