APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Specialty chemicals Commodity chemicals (including polymers, lubricants, surfactants) Biofuels ADVANTAGES: Potential to produce a wider array of alcohols Potential for increased efficiency ABSTRACT: Researchers at the Joint BioEnergy Institute (JBEI) led by Ryan Phelan have developed a technology for biological production … [Read more...] about Production of n-alkyl Alcohols by a Chimeric Polyketide Synthase (PKS) Utilizing a Terminal Reductive Domain 2013-044
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Miniature Ion Accelerator 2016-059
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Mass spectrometers Semiconductor and other manufacturing, e.g., ion implantation and exfoliation of materials, surface modifications Homeland security screening Pharmaceutical, medical, and environmental science research Plasma heating ADVANTAGES: Scalability to very high beam power Suits ultra-compact to large-scale … [Read more...] about Miniature Ion Accelerator 2016-059
DOE Report Details National Lab System
The Department of Energy released a report earlier in January highlighting the accomplishments and capabilities of its national labs. Read DOE's press release and access the complete report. “Our National Lab system is an enduring science and technology powerhouse comprised of more than 20,000 scientists and engineers who deliver new discoveries and provide world-class … [Read more...] about DOE Report Details National Lab System
2017 R&D 100 Award Nominations
GUIDELINES FOR POTENTIAL 2017 R&D100 AWARD NOMINEES R&D100 Awards Eligibility The technology must have been first available for purchase or licensing from January 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017. A photograph of the product (or screen shot for software) must be provided. Therefore, inventions solely at the proof-of-concept stage may not qualify. Go to the … [Read more...] about 2017 R&D 100 Award Nominations
Energy Monitoring Startup Acquired
Berkeley Lab startup Whisker Labs, formerly Wattstick, has been acquired by Earth Networks, which will launch Whisker Lab's home energy monitoring device. Whisker Labs was founded by Berkeley Lab researchers Oren Schetrit and Steve Lanzisera, who developed a device to more easily provide building submetering, enabling building owners to monitor energy demand. Read the startup's … [Read more...] about Energy Monitoring Startup Acquired