Biosciences Division
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Largest Populus SNP dataset holds promise for biofuels, materials, metabolites -
Brian Davison: Seeking new challenges, forging new connections in bioenergy -
Forage Genetics plans to commercialize BESC invention -
ORNL Researchers Gather Elusive Microbes in Yellowstone -
Boost in isobutanol production credited to BESC-created microbe -
BESC comparative study analyzes best biocatalysts for biofuel production
Who we are
The Biosciences Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is focused on advancing science and technology to better understand complex biological systems and their relationship with the environment. The division has expertise and special facilities in genomics, computational biology, microbiology, microbial ecology, biophysics and structural biology, and plant sciences. This collective expertise includes collaborations within and outside ORNL and focuses on scientific challenges in biology for Department of Energy (DOE) missions in energy and the environment.
