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• Techno-economic Analysis
• Chemical Engineering
• Biorefineries
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Jacob Dempsey serves as a Researcher II in the Chemical Engineering department at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), affiliated with the Catalytic Carbon Transformation and Scale-Up Center. His research focuses on advancing biomass conversion processes for sustainable biofuels and biochemicals through integrated engineering and economic analysis. Primary research domains include: Techno-economic Analysis and Life Cycle Assessment of biorefinery systems Solvent Extraction and membrane-based separation techniques Lignocellulosic biomass conversion (especially corn stover) Sugar production optimization and catalytic pathways Sustainable aviation fuel development Waste valorization strategies for process economics Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on process innovation that bridges technical feasibility and commercial viability. Key trends include novel pretreatment methods for agricultural residues, advanced separation techniques for fermentation products, and holistic assessments of biofuel supply chains. His work systematically addresses energy consumption, environmental impact, and cost drivers in biomass conversion. Dempsey actively collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across NREL's research divisions. His projects within the Catalytic Carbon Transformation and Scale-Up Center emphasize scalable solutions for carbon management and renewable fuel deployment, contributing to national energy transition initiatives through rigorous process engineering and economic validation.

Eric C. RathView profile

Professor

• Premodern Japan
• Social and Cultural History
• Food History
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Eric C. Rath is a Professor in the Department of History at the University of Kansas , specializing in premodern Japanese history with a focus on traditional food culture , social and cultural history , and performing arts . He teaches courses like 'History of Sushi' and 'Beer, Sake, and Tea: Beverages in Japanese History.' Current research includes a history of sake and its cultural impact Editorial member of Gastronomica: The Journal for Food Studies Research interests center on the invention of tradition in Japanese foodways, examining how dietary practices and performing arts have shaped national identity. His work restores contingency and heterogeneity to narratives usually framed as hegemonic. Examines historical roots of 'tradition' in state ideology Explores sake's role in izakaya culture since the 14th century Publications include books on sushi and Japanese cuisines, and articles analyzing topics like medieval cooking practices, interwar Tokyo dining, and culinary globalization. His work bridges food studies , historical gastronomy , and cultural anthropology .

Brandon GilroyedView profile

Associate Professor

• Anaerobic Digestion
• Biorefinery
• Fermentation
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Brandon Gilroyed is an Associate Professor at the University of Guelph's School of Environmental Sciences, based at the Ridgetown Campus. His research bridges agricultural engineering, environmental science, and microbial ecology through advanced waste valorization technologies. B.Sc. in Molecular Genetics and Plant Biology from the University of Alberta Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Environmental specialization) from the University of Calgary NSERC Postdoctoral Fellow at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada His interdisciplinary work focuses on: Renewable energy production from agricultural wastes via anaerobic digestion and biohydrogen fermentation Prion degradation in waste systems Composting for biocontained mortality disposal Circular economy applications in livestock waste management Advanced pretreatment strategies for lignocellulosic biomass Recent publications highlight trends in: Co-pyrolysis technologies (biomass + plastics/tires) Functionalized adsorbents for toxic contaminant removal Process modeling of biomass-plastic co-gasification Methane production optimization with pretreated feedstocks Microbial community dynamics in waste treatment Scientific recognition includes: NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship His research has secured funding from: Grain Farmers of Ontario Natural Resources Canada Program NSERC Discovery Grant OMAFRA Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency Alberta Prion Research Institute Professor Gilroyed's work at the Rudy Brown Rural Development Center explores: Technological innovations for livestock waste-to-energy systems Environmental safety in disease outbreak management Prion protein fate in bioprocessing systems Sustainable nutrient recovery strategies Pathogen control through advanced composting

Markus RodehutscordView profile

Professor

• Animal Nutrition
• Poultry Science
• Ruminant Nutrition
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Prof. Dr. Markus Rodehutscord is the Head of the Department of Animal Nutrition at the University of Hohenheim, located in Stuttgart. He leads research focused on optimizing animal nutrition through studies on feed formulation, mineral utilization, and microbiome interactions. His work emphasizes sustainable practices in poultry, ruminant, and swine production systems. Key research interests include phytase enzyme applications, phosphorus metabolism, and methane mitigation strategies. He collaborates on projects analyzing gut microbiota dynamics, feed additive efficacy, and genotype-nutrition interactions in high-yielding livestock strains. His team also develops computational models for feed evaluation and evaluates alternative feed resources to enhance nutritional efficiency. Rodehutscord’s research integrates molecular biology techniques (e.g., transcriptomics, metabolomics) with traditional nutritional studies, aiming to bridge gaps between basic science and agricultural applications. He oversees the Institute of Animal Sciences, fostering interdisciplinary approaches to address global challenges in animal production.

• Animal Science
• Meat Science
• Proteomics
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Dr. Macdonald Wick is an Associate Professor at Ohio State University, based in Plumb Hall. His research focuses on animal science, meat quality, muscle biology, and sustainable aquaculture nutrition. He investigates the biochemical and physiological mechanisms underlying muscle development, meat tenderness, and feed efficiency in aquatic and terrestrial species. Research interests include proteomic analysis of muscle proteins, the effects of dietary components on larval fish growth, and the valorization of agricultural byproducts. He explores topics such as enzyme hydrolysates in fish feed, flavor chemistry in livestock products, and the application of immunological tools for food safety. His articles highlight contributions to understanding the impact of environmental and nutritional factors on meat quality, the development of novel feed formulations for aquaculture, and the optimization of meat processing techniques. He has also engaged in collaborative projects with organizations like the Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant. Dr. Wick has no listed scientific awards or formal student advisees in the provided materials. His work bridges fundamental biology, food science, and sustainable agricultural practices.

Cesar TorresView profile

Professor

• Microbial Electrochemistry
• Biofuels
• Biotechnology
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César I. Torres is a Professor at Arizona State University's School for Engineering of Matter, Transport and Energy , with affiliations including the Biodesign Swette Center for Environmental Biotechnology , Biodesign Center for Health Through Microbiomes , and Global Futures Scientists and Scholars . His work focuses on harnessing microorganisms for energy and chemical production through microbial electrochemistry, fermentations, and photosynthetic biofuel systems. Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Arizona State University (2009) M.S.E. in Environmental Engineering, Northwestern University (2005) B.S. in Chemical Engineering, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez (2002) Torres' research explores anode-respiring bacteria (ARB) for electricity generation, thermophilic/halophilic ARB characterization, and transport phenomena in biofilms using advanced electrochemical techniques. His lab develops mathematical models to predict ARB behavior and optimize reactor designs for wastewater treatment and biofuel production. Key innovations include hydrogen peroxide-producing microbial fuel cells for wastewater disinfection, thermophilic ARB for cellulosic H2 production , and alkaliphilic/halophilic ARB studies via electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and cyclic voltammetry. Current projects target microbial ecology management in mixed cultures to suppress methanogenesis and enhance electron capture. He teaches graduate courses on fuel cells and biofuel cells and undergraduate research in biodesign and chemical engineering , emphasizing transport phenomena, electrochemical modeling, and microbial system optimization.

Chris KinsleyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Engineering
• Wastewater Treatment
• Constructed Wetlands
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Chris Kinsley is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Ottawa, specializing in environmental engineering with a focus on wastewater treatment technologies, constructed wetlands, and bioremediation strategies. His research emphasizes sustainable water management solutions, particularly in cold climates, addressing challenges such as nutrient removal, anaerobic digestion optimization, and innovative treatment systems for agricultural and industrial wastewater. Education: Ph.D., University of Ottawa (2016) M.Eng., McGill University (1998) B.Eng., McGill University (1995) Research Interests: Dr. Kinsley’s work focuses on advancing wastewater treatment technologies in cold environments, including microbial fuel cells, constructed wetlands for oil industry effluent, and anaerobic digestion of agricultural wastes. He investigates nutrient recovery, cold climate lagoon upgrades, and bioelectrochemical systems for sustainable energy production. His projects often integrate interdisciplinary approaches to address real-world challenges in water quality and environmental sustainability. Grants & Advising: While specific grants or student advisees are not detailed in the provided text, his extensive publication record indicates active engagement with research initiatives and collaborations in environmental engineering. Labs & Teams: His research aligns with the University of Ottawa’s environmental engineering group, focusing on cold climate solutions for water and wastewater treatment, with applications in dairy farming, industrial waste management, and sustainable infrastructure.

Benjamin GillView profile

Professor

• Sedimentary Geochemistry
• Paleoceanography
• Biogeochemical Cycles
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Benjamin C. Gill is a Professor of Sedimentary Geochemistry at the Department of Geosciences, Virginia Tech. His research focuses on reconstructing Earth's past chemical cycles and environmental changes, particularly during periods of mass extinctions and climatic shifts. He holds a Ph.D. in Earth Sciences from the University of California, Riverside (2009) and a B.S. in Geological Sciences from the University of Missouri (2004). His research integrates geochemical analyses with sedimentological and paleontological data to study biogeochemical cycles of carbon, sulfur, iron, and molybdenum. Key areas of interest include the Toarcian Oceanic Anoxic Event, Cambrian oxygenation events, and Neoproterozoic ocean chemistry. Gill has advised multiple graduate students, including Matt LeRoy and Selva Marroquín, and collaborates on projects involving fieldwork in Nevada, Alberta, and China. Notable contributions include work on thallium isotopes to trace ocean anoxia and zinc isotopes to track eukaryotic evolution. He teaches courses such as GEOS 1014 (Earth and Life Through Time) and GEOS 5634G (Advanced Environmental Geochemistry). Gill was honored as a 2015 Kavli Fellow and maintains an active lab group at Virginia Tech. His research extends to understanding links between plate tectonics, climate, and biological evolution.

David GreenView profile

Researcher

• Microbiology
• Environmental Microbiology
• Marine Biotechnology
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David Green is a Molecular Microbiologist at SAMS UHI , affiliated with the Aquaculture Research Network . With over 25 years of research experience, his work spans microbiology, marine biotechnology, and biogeochemistry, focusing on algal-bacterial interactions and bioprospecting for industrial applications. Education: PhD in Detection of Human Enteric Viruses in the Environment, University of Otago (1997) BSc in DNA Probe Development for Escherichia coli Enumeration, University of Otago (1989) Research Interests: Algal microbiome dynamics and holobiont systems Bioprospecting for bacterial polysaccharides and enzymes Mesopelagic microbial communities and biogeochemical processes Applications in bioenergy and sustainable development Scientific Awards: Research Challenge Fund (2002) Scottish Illumina Sequencing Competition (2010) External Engagements: Peer reviewer for multiple journals (2006–present) External examiner for Queen’s University Belfast (2011–present) Media Contributions: Participation in public outreach on marine biotechnology (2006–present)

• Wastewater Treatment
• Environmental Engineering
• Bioprocess Optimization
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Alba Pedrouso is a Postdoctoral Xunta de Galicia Fellow at the University of Santiago de Compostela's Department of Chemical Engineering (School of Engineering). She holds a BSc in Chemical Engineering (2013) and MSc in Chemical Engineering and Bioprocesses (2014), both from the same institution. Her PhD thesis (2019) focused on nitritation-anammox processes for mainstream wastewater treatment. She previously worked as a PhD Project Manager at Cetaqua, developing nutrient removal and agrofood waste valorization technologies. Her research focuses on advancing sustainable wastewater treatment through autotrophic nitrogen removal, resource recovery, and bioprocess optimization. Key areas include aerobic granular sludge systems, FNA-based nitritation control, and integration of food waste management with urban water systems. She has supervised three master’s theses on biopolymer production from organic wastes and phosphorus recovery via purple phototrophic bacteria. Recent publications highlight trends in granular sludge stability, food waste-wastewater synergies, and anammox process scalability. Her work emphasizes economically viable, environmentally benign solutions for water infrastructure challenges. Education: BSc Chemical Engineering, University of Santiago de Compostela (2013) MSc Chemical Engineering and Bioprocesses, University of Santiago de Compostela (2014) PhD in Chemical and Environmental Engineering (2019) Advising & Projects: Supervised 3 master’s theses (2023-2024) Contributed to Cetaqua’s agrofood waste valorization projects Labs/Teams: Member of the Biogroup research team at USC Collaborates with Cetaqua and other institutions in wastewater innovation

EKATERINI MOSCHOPOULOUView profile

Assistant Professor

• Dairy Science
• Food Technology
• Cheese Manufacturing
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Ekaterini Moschopoulou is an Assistant Professor in Dairy Science & Technology at the Department of Food Science and Technology, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). Her primary affiliations include teaching core courses such as Dairy Technology I , Dairy Technology II , and Cheese Science , each carrying 5 credits and emphasizing both theoretical and laboratory components. Her research focuses on advancing dairy product innovation, particularly in cheese technology, whey valorization, and probiotic applications in dairy matrices. Her work spans optimization of manufacturing processes, microbial coagulant utilization, and development of functional dairy products. Recent studies highlight her interest in reducing fat content in cheeses while maintaining texture, incorporating whey byproducts into ice cream, and enhancing probiotic stability in novel products like kaimaki ice cream. She also investigates heat treatments' impact on milk proteins and cheese ripening dynamics. Her academic contributions are reflected in over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2001, with a consistent focus on Greek traditional dairy products (e.g., Feta, Graviera) and emerging technologies like microfiltration and nanofiltration. While no formal awards are listed, her active publication record and course development indicate scholarly impact. Dr. Moschopoulou collaborates with industry partners on cheese microbiology and food safety, leveraging her expertise in enzymology and dairy processing. Her lab work includes characterizing milk proteins and developing sustainable solutions for dairy waste (e.g., acid whey).

Rafael Jimenez-FloresView profile

Professor

• Dairy Science
• Milk Fat Globule Membrane
• Probiotic Functionality
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Rafael Jimenez-Flores is the J.T. 'Stubby' Parker Endowed Chair in Dairy Foods and Professor in the Department of Food Science and Technology at The Ohio State University's College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. His research focuses on dairy biochemistry, milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) bioactivity, probiotic functionality, and sustainable processing technologies. Current projects include MFGM isolation from acid whey, enzymatic valorization of dairy by-products, and supercritical CO₂ treatments to reduce allergenicity in milk proteins. He mentors graduate students including Matt Chrusciel, Rolando Choriego Marin, Isha Pradeep Patil, and Celeste Miller. Recent innovations encompass phospholipid extraction methods, probiotic yogurt co-cultures, and FT-IR applications for insect protein analysis. His work bridges fundamental science (e.g., protein adsorption dynamics) and industrial applications (e.g., butter texture modification).

Thaddeus EzejiView profile

Professor

• Fermentation Biology
• Microbiology
• Biofuel Production
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Thaddeus Ezeji is a Professor and Associate Chair at The Ohio State University's Department of Animal Sciences, affiliated with the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. (Magna Cum Laude) in Microbiology from the University of Rostock, Germany, and has extensive postdoctoral experience at the University of Illinois. His research focuses on fermentation biology, microbial physiology, and bioremediation, with an emphasis on lignocellulosic biomass utilization and biofuel production. Dr. Ezeji has authored over 80 peer-reviewed articles, 17 book chapters, and co-edited three books, with his work cited ~10,000 times. Education: Ph.D. in Microbiology, University of Rostock (Germany) Research Interests: Fermentation optimization, microbial stress tolerance, bioenergy systems, and industrial waste valorization He leads a USDA-funded project and collaborates across disciplines to advance Ohio's bioenergy sector. As an Associate Editor for three journals, he actively promotes microbiology education and knowledge dissemination globally. Grants: USDA Grant (2023) Outreach: Engages in bioenergy-related extension programs

Yinjie TangView profile

Professor

• Bioprocess Engineering
• Metabolic Engineering
• Fermentation Engineering
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Yinjie Tang is a Professor in the Department of Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, affiliated with the McKelvey School of Engineering. He specializes in applied environmental microbiology and bioprocess engineering, with a focus on yeast and cyanobacterial engineering, metabolic modeling, and AI-driven strain design. His work addresses CO2 capture, biomanufacturing, and plastic degradation. Education: PhD, University of Washington, 2004 MS, Tianjin University, 1999 BS, Tianjin University, 1997 Research Interests: His research integrates microbial engineering, omics analysis, and machine learning to optimize bioprocesses. Key areas include: Yeast engineering for biopolymers and natural products Cyanobacteria for CO2 capture and nitrogen fixation Algal bioprocesses for biofuel production Microbial consortia for plastic upcycling Awards & Grants: Recipient of NSF CAREER (2010) and NSF Transition (2023) awards DOE-funded $5M project for green fertilizer research (2023) Teaching & Editorial Roles: Teaches courses like Process Control and Metabolic Engineering. Serves on editorial boards for journals including Microbial Cell Factories and Biotechnology for Biofuels . Labs & Affiliations: Leads a lab in Brauer Hall (Room 1043) and is affiliated with the Engineering Biology Research Consortium (EBRC). Collaborates with institutions like Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and NASA’s Kennedy Space Center for space-based biomanufacturing research.

Antonio FaciolaView profile

Associate Professor

• Ruminant Nutrition
• Livestock Sustainability
• Nutrient Utilization Efficiency
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Dr. Antonio Faciola is an Associate Professor of Livestock Nutrition in the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Florida. He serves as Graduate Program Coordinator and Undergraduate Honors Coordinator. His research focuses on optimizing ruminant nutrition to enhance production efficiency while reducing environmental impacts, particularly through improving nutrient utilization and mitigating methane emissions. Education: Antonio Faciola holds a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences, though specific educational details are not provided in the texts. His work emphasizes practical application of research in Florida's agricultural context. Research Interests: The Faciola Lab investigates mechanisms regulating feed intake, rumen microbial growth, alternative feed utilization, and laboratory method improvements. Key areas include: Feed matrix effects on nutrient digestibility Slow-release urea and protein degradation Methane mitigation strategies using microalgae and natural extracts Rumen epithelial cell responses to lipopolysaccharides Regional feedstock optimization for tropical livestock systems Article Trends: Recent publications highlight advancements in in vitro fermentation modeling, dual-flow continuous culture systems, and evaluating novel feed additives like microalgae and probiotics. Topics consistently emphasize sustainability through reduced environmental impact and improved production metrics. Awards: No specific awards are listed in the provided texts. His contributions are reflected in active research output and mentorship roles. Mentoring & Grants: Leads the Faciola Lab mentoring program, though specific grant details are not disclosed. Focus areas include training graduate students in experimental design and livestock nutrition research. Labs/Teams: The Faciola Lab collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving ruminal microbiology, feed technology, and sustainable livestock practices, supported by University of Florida resources.