Topic
Biofuels
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Kristala Prather: Advancing energy-efficient biochemistry
Associate professor of chemical engineering talks about the future of biochemistry and the next generation of scientists and engineers.
July 16, 2018 -
Harnessing the right amount of sunshine
Study reveals the mechanisms of a protein that helps moss and green algae defend against too much light.
July 17, 2017 -
A step toward renewable diesel
Chemical engineers program yeast to convert plant sugars into oils.
January 16, 2017 -
Gregory Stephanopoulos receives Samson Prize for Innovation in Alternative Fuels
Metabolic engineering pioneer recognized for his work in the engineering of microbes for biofuels production.
October 19, 2016 -
Biofuels: Too early or too late?
Professor Kristala Prather engages undergrads in a discussion about the future of biofuels.
May 31, 2016 -
3 Questions: Amit Kumar and Gregory Stephanopoulos on turning waste gases into biofuels
Research conducted by Kumar, along with a team led by Professor Greg Stephanopoulos, looks to the future of emissions reduction and recycling.
May 2, 2016 -
Boosting biofuel production
New MIT research finds supplements help yeast survive.
July 10, 2015 -
A breath of fresh air: D-Lab scales up cleaner cooking solutions
Under the leadership of Dan Sweeney, D-Lab Biomass Fuel and Cookstove Group researches and tests clean cooking products for the developing world.
May 7, 2015 -
Where does bioenergy fit into a low-carbon future?
Study evaluates the impacts of a large-scale bioenergy ramp-up.
January 15, 2015 -
Catalyzing greener products
Yuriy Román knew that to change the future of catalysis he’d have to cross the boundary between chemical engineering and materials science.
December 1, 2014 -
New approach to boosting biofuel production
Different environment helps yeast tolerate high levels of ethanol, making them more productive.
October 2, 2014 -
Following biological clues to better materials
Brad Olsen creates bioinspired and biofunctional materials for widely diverse applications.
August 4, 2014 -
Ocean microbes display a hidden talent: releasing countless tiny lipid-filled sacs
MIT finding could one day lead to new approaches for manufacturing biofuels.
July 7, 2014 -
Study: Ethanol not a major factor in reducing gas prices
MIT economist finds that biofuels, contrary to claims, do not meaningfully affect what drivers pay at the pump.
October 9, 2013 -
Report maps future of alternative fuel vehicles
Study conducted by MIT Energy Initiative (MITEI)
July 10, 2013 -
Making alternative fuels cheaper
Chemical engineers’ new synthesis could make biofuel more appealing for mass production.
June 17, 2013 -
Angela Belcher wins $500,000 Lemelson-MIT Prize
MIT professor honored for her innovations that take cues, and materials, from nature to tackle key societal issues.
June 4, 2013 -
Cleaner energy, warmer climate?
MIT researchers explore the possible consequences of expanding biofuels.
May 7, 2013 -
The case of the missing gas tax
MIT researchers find vehicle efficiency standards are at least six times more costly than a tax on fuel.
February 21, 2013 -
Engineering cells for more efficient biofuel production
Yeast research takes a step toward production of alternatives to gasoline.
February 17, 2013