Tag: Arkansas

University of Arkansas biofuel startup wins $20,000 at national competition

University of Arkansas biofuel startup wins $20,000 at national competition

May 26, 2024 |

In Arkansas, The University of Arkansas (U of A) reported that a U of A startup focused on creating alternative fuels was one of three national winners at a pitch competition organized by the U.S. Department of Energy.  ProPika, which uses its patented technology to process cellulose so fuel producers can transform billions of tons […]

Read More

Greenlab taps Ginkgo for enzymes to remediate “forever chemicals”

Greenlab taps Ginkgo for enzymes to remediate “forever chemicals”

December 25, 2023 |

In Arkansas, Greenlab has tapped Boston-based strain developer Ginkgo Bioworks to discover a novel enzyme to biodegrade PFAS, a group of “forever chemicals” implicated in adverse health impacts. Specifically, Greenlab has partnered with Ginkgo Enzyme Services, which provides companies with end-to-end enzyme discovery and optimization R&D services. Under the terms of the agreement, Ginkgo will […]

Read More