Circular Biosciences, a startup founded by Jordan Cannon, is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for plastic degradation. Born out of research from Cannon’s PhD work in Todd Reynolds’ lab in the Department of Microbiology at the UT Knoxville, the company is focused on utilizing groundbreaking enzymes to accelerate the biodegradation of polylactic acid (read more)
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Niki Labbé: Leading Innovation at the Center for Renewable Carbon
Niki Labbé is at the forefront of groundbreaking research and innovation in the field of renewable carbon as the Director of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture’s Center for Renewable Carbon (CRC). The CRC serves as a hub for exploring sustainable carbon management strategies, focusing on the development of renewable chemicals, fuels, materials, and (read more)
UTRF Welcomes New Assistant Technology Manager, Derek Eitzmann
The University of Tennessee Research Foundation (UTRF) is pleased to welcome Derek Eitzmann as its newest Assistant Technology Manager. Originally from Lincoln, Nebraska, Derek brings a strong scientific background and a passion for innovation to his new role in UTRF’s Knoxville office. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Iowa State University, where his graduate (read more)