Green algae are fast growing photosynthetic microorganisms that use solar energy and CO2 from the atmosphere. Biofuels derived from algae hold promise to remedy our needs for clean and renewable energy.

Solar Energy and Biofuels Lab: Mission Statement

Dr. Halil Berberoğlu

The University of Texas at Austin

Mechanical Engineering

204 E. Dean Keeton Street

Austin, TX 78705

USA

 

 

Our research integrates thermal-fluid sciences with bio- and nano-technology, focusing on exploiting a wide range of renewable energy sources. In particular our group is interested in using solar energy to produce transportation fuels, electricity and sequester CO₂.

 

Current research activities include fundamental and applied projects in (1) solar radiation transport and utilization, (2) cultivation of algae for CO₂ sequestration and biofuel production, (3) bio-inspired solar cells, and (4) novel hydrogen production and storage technologies. Please refer to Projects for more detailed information.

 

 

To contact us:

1. Developing innovative technologies to provide the society with sustainable and environmentally friendly energy supplies.

2. Providing world class education and research experience to students in renewable energy technologies.

Mission:

Dr. Berberoglu joins the faculty of the Institute for Cell and Molecular Biology (ICMB).

 

 

Dr. Berberoglu’s profile at ICMB

Undergraduate members, Kevin Teh and Alex Ross of Solar Energy and Biofuels Lab win the UT Undergraduate Research Fellowships.

 

 

We are currently recruiting exceptional PhD and MS level students for Fall 2009 and Spring of 2010 semesters. Interested candidates should send a copy of their current resume to Dr. Berberoglu.

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The Solar Energy and Biofuels Lab is proud to announce Zach Gil-Mata from David Crockett High School as the first participant in the UT Research and Course for Fall semester 2009. Zachary is an excellent student, in the top 10% of his class, serving as the President of the Health Occupations Student Association and volunteering at the Carestone Retirement Center with his HOSA classmates. Welcome Zach!