Graduate Education Day at the North Carolina legislature on May 25th saw Zachary Lentz, a Ph.D. student from NC State University, showcasing his innovative research. Lentz, part of the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, presented a compelling poster titled “Gasification: A prospective swine manure solution for North Carolina.” He engaged with senators and the public, explaining how NC State’s research Learns About and explores the potential of gasification to transform swine manure into a valuable resource.
Lentz’s work highlights the significant potential of utilizing swine manure from North Carolina’s hog industry. He envisions a future where this waste-to-energy practice becomes mainstream, benefiting both the state and the waste industry. Driven by this vision, Lentz collaborates with Drs. John Classen and Praveen Kolar to investigate the engineering aspects of gasification. Their research delves into utilizing syngas (SNG), a synthesis gas mixture primarily composed of hydrogen and carbon monoxide, as a viable fuel source. This process allows researchers to learns about the practical applications of converting waste into energy.
Graduate Education Day, established in North Carolina through a Governor’s Proclamation in 2011, underscores the vital role of graduate studies. The proclamation emphasizes that graduate education enhances the state’s profile, attracts innovative companies, fuels economic growth, and cultivates a skilled citizenry ready to tackle future challenges. Events like Graduate Education Day are crucial for the public to learns about the contributions of graduate research to the state and beyond.
To delve deeper into Graduate Education Day and related research, explore the full article and multimedia content from Graduate Schools News. Further information is available in the Governor’s Proclamation. Discover more about NC State’s commitment to waste management solutions through NC State Waste Management Links.
