Biorefining Conversions Network

Based out of the University of Alberta, the Biorefining Conversions Network (BCN) is an organization that works to support provincial research communities in the areas of biorefining and biomass conversion technologies. By striving to form robust partnerships between academia and industry, the BCN promotes research programs that are structured towards achieving commercializable outcomes. Currently, the network operates through funding and aligned support provided by Alberta Innovates Bio Solutions, a provincial government corporation that leads and coordinates science and innovation to grow prosperity in Albertas agriculture, food and forestry sectors. The BCNs primary mandate is to play a pivotal role in cultivating Albertas bioindustrial sector by facilitating development of novel, commercially viable biomass conversion technologies and value-added products. The network will achieve this by supporting Albertas research community, industry, and other partners for the developmen...