Oil produced from biomass - such as wood chips or plant residues - seldom has the same quality and energy content as 'classical' crude oil. A new, simple catalyst, developed at the University of Twente, improves the quality ...
Energy & Green Tech
Jul 18, 2014
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Until now, it has taken weeks to make biofuel from trees. This slow pace has been a bottleneck for the industry. Researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology have now shortened the process to a few ...
Biochemistry
Oct 23, 2013
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Carbohydrates from a perhaps surprising source—pine trees—may have beneficial effects on dogs' digestive-system health, according to collaborative studies by Agricultural Research Service, university, and corporate scientists.
Plants & Animals
Jun 3, 2013
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Wood chips can significantly stem nitrate flow from crop fields into the surrounding watershed, according to a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) study.
Ecology
Feb 20, 2012
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It is the nightmare of many a homeowner: Termites merrily eating away at the family castle.
Plants & Animals
Mar 26, 2009
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