New Brazilian Laboratory Will Develop Research on Ethanol Cycle
The new research center, Brazilian Bioethanol Science and Technology National Laboratory, in Campinas, São Paulo State represents a strategic move by the Brazilian Government toward strengthening the country’s leadership in sustainable production of ethanol from sugar cane and fostering innovation in clean energy.
Employing 50 professionals and an initial investment of around US$ 40 million, research programs will focus on areas such as sustainability, industry, agriculture, sugarcane virtual biorefinerie and basic science, including the development of second generation biofuels. For this purpose, the center relies on an extensive infrastructure for research and development, with emphasis on the Pilot Plant for Process Development (PPDP). This plant will allow escalating new technologies related to production of ethanol from sugarcane bagasse.
The Laboratory will also establish partnerships with local and international research centers, inviting experienced researchers from different sectors to explore solutions for the development of bioethanol from sugar cane throughout its entire production cycle. In coordination with the National Biosciences Laboratory, for example, scientists will develop advanced research in structure and function of biomolecules such as enzymes necessary for the production of second generation ethanol. READ MORE
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