As the hunt continues to search for biofuel feedstock options past first generation discovers – meaning non-food cellulose items – a new discovery could be on the verge.
Montana State University (MSU) has received a grant to continue its study after student Angie Tomsheck stumbled upon a fungus that produces eucalyptol. The rare compound previously only found in eucalyptus bark has the potential to form biodiesel. If successful, eucalyptol could be a more viable contender as a gasoline alternative.
The US Department of Energy is standing behind the project, granting over $300,000 to continue studies.
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