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Novel design of multiphase reactors for Biomass-To-Liquid synthesis [abstract]
(2009-04)
Generation of liquid fuels from renewable sources such as biomass has been practiced since early 1900's. In view of the skyrocketing oil prices and the depleting reserves of natural gas, it has gained further interest. The ...
Bio-Energy Production from Anaerobic Digestion of Animal and Farm Wastes
(2009-04)
US produces annually huge amount of animal and farm wastes (e.g. only cow manure in amount of about 1.8 billion tons). These wastes can be valuable source of renewable energy besides overcoming the environmental problems ...
Mixing characteristics of bubble columns with internals for Biomass to liquid synthesis [abstract]
(2009-04)
The use of renewable energy sources is becoming increasingly necessary, if we are to achieve the changes required to address the impacts of global warming. Biomass is the most common form of renewable energy, widely used ...
Fundamental Understanding of Pebble Bed Nuclear Reactors for Environmentally Benign and Risk Free Proliferation 4th Generation Nuclear Energy and Hydrogen Production [abstract]
(2009-04)
Pebble bed nuclear reactor is among the 6 suggested 4th generation nuclear reactors. It is also one of the advanced high temperature gas nuclear reactors (AGRs). In such reactor the pebbles that contain the nuclear fuel ...
Invited speakers panel day 2, Dr. Sayre and Dr. Duncan [videorecording]
(University of Missouri (System), 2009)
Dr. Richard Sayre spoke about biomass resources, including the potential of microalgae to provide a renewable fuel. Dr. Robert Duncan addressed the need for objective scientific method when evaluating new technologies, ...
ONETouchPM™ for Wind Farms [abstract]
(2009-04)
In response to the inherent complexity of siting, permitting, routing, designing, constructing, and managing large Wind Farms, Burns & McDonnell has developed a Google Earth solution, ONETouchPMTM, which integrates various ...
Nuclear Energy Breakout Panel [sound recording]
(University of Missouri (System), 2009-04)
This panel discussed using nuclear energy as an alternative energy source. Topics ranged from non-proliferation to tax credits to nuclear waste.
Microphotonic Harsh Environment Sensors for Clean Fuel and Power Generation
(2009-04)
Low cost, reliable, in-situ sensors are highly desired for advanced process control and lifecycle management in various power and fuel systems. Many energy generation processes involve harsh conditions throughout the ...
Governor Nixon's address to the Missouri Energy Summit 2009 [videorecording]
(University of Missouri (System), 2009-04)
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon addressed the Missouri Energy Summit 2009, noting Missouri's willingness to embrace technologies that offer alternative fuel sources and emphasizing the state's readiness to be a leader in energy ...
Jingyue Liu Podcast
(University of Missouri (System), 2009-04)
Professor and Director of the Center for Nanoscience Jingyue Liu discusses his research using nanocatalysts to speed up the conversion of hydrogen into energy.
Joel Burken Podcast
(University of Missouri (System), 2009-04)
Professor of Architectural and Environmental Engineering Joel Burken discusses environmental effects of the Renewable Fuel Standard, which requires the U.S. to produce 36 billion gallons of biofuels by 2022.
Seth Meyer Podcast
(University of Missouri (System), 2009-04)
FAPRI Research Assistant Professor Seth Meyer discusses agriculture and biofuel markets.
President Gary Forsee Podcast
(2009-04)
University of Missouri System President Gary Forsee discusses the importance of the Missouri Energy Summit
Clean Coal Breakout Panel [videorecording]
(University of Missouri (System), 2009-04)
This panel addressed the challenges associated with coal fired power plants, including environmental issues, economic issues, and intellectual property rights.
Using Biodiesel as a Lubricity Additive for Petroleum Diesel Fuel
(2009-04)
Professor Schumacher discussed aspects of lubricity in fuels, including a project to determine the concentration of biodiesel that will raise the lubricity of the new low sulfur diesel fuel.
Invited speakers panel Day 2, Robert Dixon and Mark Templeton [videorecording]
(University of Missouri (System), 2009)
Mark Templeton discussed the alternative energies in use in Missouri as well as the opportunities and challenges faced by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Robert Dixon discussed the World Bank and International ...
Renewable Energy Solutions for MU [abstract]
(2009)
Highly reliable and cost effective utilities are essential for the University of Missouri (MU) to achieve its academic, research, and outreach missions. MU's Campus Facilities - Energy Management department focuses on three ...
Efficient and Reliable Energy Solutions for MU [abstract]
(2009)
Highly reliable and cost effective utilities are essential for the University of Missouri (MU) to achieve its academic, research, and outreach missions. MU's Campus Facilities - Energy Management department focuses on three ...
Switchgrass as a Bioenergy Crop: Biomass Production and Soil Carbon Sequestration in Response to Nitrogen Fertilization [abstract]
(2009)
Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) is a warm-season, perennial grass native to the prairie region of the central U.S. Recent attention has focused on the development of switchgrass as a biomass crop for the production of ...
Studies of Missouri Wind Power Potential Using Tall Tower Observations [abstract]
(2009)
Since 2006 The University of Missouri has conducted wind observations on tall towers at eleven
sites around the State. The research is aimed at directly measuring the winds at heights at which
utility scale wind turbines ...