Articles about 'biofuel'

Molecules 10,000 times narrower than the width of a human hair could hold the key to making possible wooden skyscrapers and more energy-efficient paper production, according to research published today in the journal Nature Communications. The study, led by a father and son team at the Universities of Warwick and Cambridge, solves a long-standing mystery of how key sugars in cells bind to form strong, indigestible materials.

Christian Ridley (Department of Plant Sciences) discusses why algae biofuel has failed to deliver, and what could be done to save this promising technology.

Scientists have, for the first time, discovered a gene that contributes to the ‘coppicing response’ of willows - the ability to make new growth when cut back to their base or stump.

The latest research on algal biotechnology is the subject of a major conference taking place today.

New models are being developed to predict how changing land use in the tropics could affect future climate, air quality and crop production.

Newly discovered family of genes could help us breed grasses with improved properties for food and fuel.

Scientists at Cambridge University are exhibiting a prototype table that demonstrates how biological fuel cells can harness energy from plants.

The study of plants is blossoming in Cambridge, with new facilities, new research and soon a major new institute.

A regional knowledge transfer project is linking the region's top plant science research with businesses wanting to develop new products.

The Cambridge Conservation Initiative (CCI) is a new and pioneering partnership formed by the University of Cambridge and leading conservation organisations.