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Making Palm Oil Without Palm Trees

What's Your Problem?

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Exploring Synthetic Biology for Oil Production

The chapter delves into the challenges and considerations of using synthetic biology for oil production, comparing it with natural processes. It discusses innovative approaches like combining yeast and algae to create a symbiotic relationship for oil production. The founders experiment with unexpected waste materials to find a sustainable alternative to palm oil, highlighting breakthroughs in lipid production using unconventional methods.

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