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December 13, 2010
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Viral Genetics Launches VG Energy To Market Biofuel Technology
San Marino CA (SPX) Dec 13, 2010
Viral Genetics has launched a subsidiary called "VG Energy, Inc." The new entity is majority-owned by Viral Genetics and its current shareholders, and was formed to market the company's biofuel technology. "The new brand will help open doors with energy companies," said Viral Genetics' CEO Haig Keledjian, who will serve as CEO of the new subsidiary. "We also believe it will help us attract investors interested in cost-effective, green energy solutions." VG Energy is marketing an algae-enhanc ... read more

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Celanese Develops Advanced Technology For Production Of Industrial-Use Ethanol
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