Biography:
Dr. Susan Borjesson Newman received her PhD from the University of Idaho in Physiology. While rooted in research and development, Dr. Newman is passionate about connecting science with people. Dr. Newman is a Stanford University d.school coach and the CEO of Integrated Lipid Biofuels (ILB). ILB leverages two key technologies: Yeast Cell Factories and Sequential Hydrothermal Liquefaction to valorize mixed organic waste streams and produce bioplastics, biofuels, and high-value intermediates. ILB is the recipient of several Small Business Innovative Research Grants through the United States Department of Agriculture and the Department of Energy.
Title : Revolutionizing bioplastics with yeast cell factories