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For cellulosic ethanol to become a reality, biotechnological solutions should focus on optimizing the conversion of biomass to sugars.
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L.R.L., M.S.L., C.E.W. and B.E.D. all own equity in and receive compensation from Mascoma Corp., a cellulosic ethanol startup.
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Lynd, L., Laser, M., Bransby, D. et al. How biotech can transform biofuels. Nat Biotechnol 26, 169–172 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1038/nbt0208-169
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