Algae Project Analysis and Facilitation

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National Algae Association http://www.nationalalgaeassociation.com/

National Algae Association Conference
September 17-18, 2009
The Sheraton North Hotel in Houston



National Algae Association is pleased to announce that it has awarded the first scholarship from its scholarship fund to Waldemar Juschin, a student at Delta State University. We hope to present the check at our next conference, which will focus on commercialization of "Algae: The New Oil" on September 17-18, 2009, at the Sheraton North Houston.



Topics and presentations from the companies and people who have worked towards commercialization include GROWING: XL Renewables, BARD, LLC; PROCESS: process engineering as applicable to algae utilization for biofuels (Jacobs Engineering), vision image analysis system for bubble analysis and optimization of algal production processes, EnviroCam™ (Sheffield Forgemasters), high-throughput bulk lipid content analysis in algae using TD-NMR technology without using chemicals (Bruker Optics), an economical solution to water analysis control and monitoring requirements as well as alarming and data logging in a single, user-friendly control package (Iwakiamerica), and photobioreactors using Makrolon Polycarbonate (Bayer Material Science); HARVESTING: Algae Venture Systems, SEPARATION/EXTRACTION: break-through extraction technology (OriginOil) and algae/water separability tests using different centrifuge test units (Alfa Laval). NEW ADVANCEMENTS will include an all-fuel, earth-friendly engine (Cyclone Power Technologies), industrial applications for carbon capture and conversion (Schaefer Bio-Engineering), and HydroMentia, the future multi-use algal turf scrubber. RESEARCH will cover screening of strains of algae from South Florida to find potential for diesel production (Florida International University), uses of algae that grows in the Gulf of Mexico (University of Louisiana), the effect of environmental conditions on lipid production of a Louisiana native microalgae strain (Louisiana State University), conversion of algal biomass growth from polluted water systems into biofuels and other co-products (Smithsonian Science Institute), and how to enhance microalgae (Marine Science Research Center at Yeungnam University & EcoPhyco Tech Ltd., Korea), and FINANCING THE INDUSTRY will be aided by project financing (Stoel Rives LLP) and grant writing (Westar Trade Resources).



Because of the recent attention to algae, we are taking a different approach to the break-out sessions. We ask that you submit questions or issues that you have regarding algae strains, or growing, harvesting or extracting algae. We will present the questions, issues and possible solutions to the entire audience for discussion at various times throughout the conference. Send the questions to [e-mail] , using COLLABORATIVE QUESTION as the subject line.




Cost:

General Attendee registration rate is $500 ($400 prior to September 15; NAA members receive an additional discount)

Academic/Government registration rate: $250

College Students: $250





Sponsorship Opportunities


If you are interested in sponsoring any portion of the conference, please contact us at [e-mail] for available opportunities.




NAA BUYING CONSORTIUM FORMED TO HELP BUILD THIS NEW EXCITING BIOFUEL AND BIOMASS INDUSTRY!!!



The algae production industry is moving at a fast pace and everyone is sensitive about lowering algae production costs. Buying power is one of the keys to the success of our industry. NAA is building a Buying Consortium to help its members DRIVE DOWN ALGAE PRODUCTION COSTS to build algae farms and production plants more cost efficiently. We are meeting with various equipment and service providers in an attempt to negotiate the best prices and terms for pooled needs. In order to provide these providers with realistic projections, we need to understand your anticipated needs over the next 3-5 years. If your company foresees purchasing the following equipment and materials, please let us know about your anticipated needs.


Inoculation Unit
Optical Density Monitor
Water Analysis
Counters
Flow Cytometer
Spectrophotometer
Instrumentation
Control Systems
Monitoring Systems
Sensors
Nano–bubbling Equipment
Valves
Pumps
Separators
Dewatering Equipment
Dryers
Plastic Raceway Pond Liners
Paddle Wheels
Plastic PBR Tubes
Resins
Algae Strains
Nutrients
CO2 Sources
LED Lighting
Centrifuges
Harvesting Equipment
Extraction Equipment
Water Process Systems
Robotics
Civil Engineering Firms
Storage Tanks
Construction Firms



For additional information contact:

National Algae Association
4747 Research Forest Dr., Suite 180
The Woodlands, Texas 77381
936.321.1125
www.nationalalgaeassociation.com