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Cheng Zhang
Principal Investigator
South Dakota State University
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2 years ago
Development of cost-effective lignocellulosic biomass refinery
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Dr. Zhang, a seasoned organic and materials chemist at SDSU, is developing cost-effective processes for biomass liquefaction and non-reductive refining of bio-crude. The refined bio-crude can converted into fuels and other value-added products including asphalt binders and composites.
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Cheng Zhang
Principal Investigator
South Dakota State University
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Last updated Oct 2024
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