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Gene sequencing advance will aid in biomass-to-biofuels conversion
03-06-2007 · EurekAlert!A collaborative research project between the US Forest Service Forest Products Laboratory (FPL) and the Department of Energy Joint Genome Institute has advanced the quest for efficient conversion of plant biomass to fuels and chemicals.
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