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AUGUST 21, 2012

Researchers at MIT have modified the soil bacterium Ralstonia eutropha to produce isobutanol and 3-methyl-1-butanol (branched-chain higher alcohols). What it does is take whatever carbon is available, and stores it in the form of a polymer, which is similar in its properties to a lot of petroleum-based plastics. Earlier post.)

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MARCH 30, 2014

The MIT Energy Initiative (MITEI) announced its latest round of seed grants to support early-stage innovative energy projects. These novel materials will unite the well-controlled physical properties of polymers with the promising functional properties of metal-facilitated self-assembly. A total of more than $1.6

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MARCH 1, 2016

dissipating energy due to deformation of the pavement structure)—results in wasted fuel because the dissipated energy does not contribute to the vehicle’s forward movement. Deflection-induced PVI—which results from a vehicle overcoming a resisting force (i.e.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

The semi-solid thick electrode is a material science innovation originating in Dr. Yet-Ming Chiang’s lab at MIT. (Dr. Those inactive materials are expensive and wasteful. The company has developed a microporous polymer membrane to replace incumbent separator materials. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Argonne National Laboratory’s team will develop an advanced catalyst for polypropylene (a widely used polymer in consumer and industrial products) synthesis that outperforms conventional catalysts. Argonne National Laboratory. Colorado State University. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. FeNix Magnetics, Inc. Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will develop high-energy cells using a lithium metal anode and a proprietary solid polymer electrolyte that significantly reduces battery cost and size, and improves life and safety. valve train vs. bearings). Nanosys, Inc. 3M Company. Solid state thermoelectric energy conversion devices. General Motors, LLC. GMZ Energy, Inc.

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APRIL 30, 2010

The project also includes a proprietary process to convert waste biomass into carbon dioxide and hydrogen to feed the bioreactor, allowing butanol production from waste feedstocks. The aerobic microbe has been engineered at MIT and is capable of converting a variety of organic compounds into oil, from which biodiesel may be produced.

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