The team used ORNL’s neutron scattering capabilities and molecular dynamics simulations to analyze the fermentation process ...

With the national lab's neutron scattering and simulation equipment, the team analyzed fermentation of the biofuel butanol, an energy-packed alcohol that also can be used as a solvent or chemical ...

Study reveals how butanol affects biofuel-producing microbes' cell membranes, aiding more efficient production.

Tech Explore highlighted a research collaboration between the University of Cincinnati and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory ...

With the national lab's neutron scattering and simulation equipment, the team analyzed fermentation of the biofuel butanol, an energy-packed alcohol that also can be used as a solvent or chemical ...

With the national lab’s neutron scattering and simulation equipment, the team analyzed fermentation of the biofuel butanol, an energy-packed alcohol that also can be used as a solvent or ...

However, the solubility decreases as the length of the alcohol molecule gets longer, so butanol is less soluble than propanol. It may not mix easily, and two distinct layers might be left in the ...