Biotransformation and biodegradation of organic nitrogen compounds from wastewater in bio-electrochemical systems. The rapid emergence of water recycling in Australia requires more vigilant control of pollutants that are discharged to sewers. This project will develop a novel, cost-effective process to remove organic nitrogen compounds (and likely other organics) present in many industrial wastewaters. It could provide an excellent solution for the pre-treatment of such industrial wastewaters at ....Biotransformation and biodegradation of organic nitrogen compounds from wastewater in bio-electrochemical systems. The rapid emergence of water recycling in Australia requires more vigilant control of pollutants that are discharged to sewers. This project will develop a novel, cost-effective process to remove organic nitrogen compounds (and likely other organics) present in many industrial wastewaters. It could provide an excellent solution for the pre-treatment of such industrial wastewaters at the source without any chemical addition, hence reducing the challenge and risks facing the water recycling plants. This innovative technology will further expand the growing research capacity and know-how in water recycling in Australia.Read moreRead less
The structural biology of light capture: A molecular resolution 3D atlas of the photosynthetic machinery. This project underpins the development of carbon dioxide (CO2)-neutral fuels for the future. Fuels account for around sixty seven percent of the global energy market. The Solar-Biofuels Consortium (www.solarbiofuels.org) is targeting this market by developing high efficiency second generation microalgal biofuel systems for the production of bio-diesel, bio-methane and bio-hydrogen (shown on ....The structural biology of light capture: A molecular resolution 3D atlas of the photosynthetic machinery. This project underpins the development of carbon dioxide (CO2)-neutral fuels for the future. Fuels account for around sixty seven percent of the global energy market. The Solar-Biofuels Consortium (www.solarbiofuels.org) is targeting this market by developing high efficiency second generation microalgal biofuel systems for the production of bio-diesel, bio-methane and bio-hydrogen (shown on Catalyst 2007). The solar-powered microalgal bioreactors can be located on non-arable land (eliminating competition with food production) and be coupled to carbon sequestration. Closed systems also minimize water use. This technology differs from most others (that is, clean-coal, nuclear, solar, wind, geothermal) as these target the electricity market.Read moreRead less
EXTRACELLULAR ELECTRON TRANSFER IN BIO-ELECTROCHEMICAL SYSTEMS. Water quality and supply are critical issues in Australia. This project investigates the role of bacteria in maintaining a good freshwater quality, and the influence of environmental parameters on this. It will enable us to assess the role of bacteria on greenhouse gas emissions in a variety of environments. As a result, processes can be developed to alleviate high emissions while simultaneously producing green energy. The proteomic ....EXTRACELLULAR ELECTRON TRANSFER IN BIO-ELECTROCHEMICAL SYSTEMS. Water quality and supply are critical issues in Australia. This project investigates the role of bacteria in maintaining a good freshwater quality, and the influence of environmental parameters on this. It will enable us to assess the role of bacteria on greenhouse gas emissions in a variety of environments. As a result, processes can be developed to alleviate high emissions while simultaneously producing green energy. The proteomics study will deliver, aside from knowledge, redox proteins which find their way to diagnostics and fuel cells. This project substantiates Australia based research at the forefront and enables international anchoring of our expertise.Read moreRead less