A Unique Research Facility

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The BioCentury Research Farm’s unique facilities combine biomass feedstock production, harvesting, storing, transporting and biorefinery processing into a complete system to develop the next generation of biofuels and biobased products.

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Research looking at algae in test tube

The BioCentury Research Farm presents a unique opportunity for faculty and industry collaborations. The BCRF offers a variety of opportunities to become involved in biorenewables research at Iowa State University. 

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Recent News

Summer 2021 Newsletter
June 21, 2021
Two honored with CBE’s Burkhart senior award
May 6, 2021
Cochran biobased paving research team receives national honor
April 7, 2021
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Researchers working in the Bio-Polymer Processing Facility.

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