[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 86 (Friday, May 23, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1087]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          SALUTING BRIAN KROHN

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                          HON. KEITH ELLISON-

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 22, 2008

  Mr. ELLISON. Madam Speaker, today I rise to recognize an outstanding 
student from my district whose research has helped develop a new 
biodiesel production method that will help move our country in the 
direction of energy independence.
  Brian Krohn, a Senior Chemistry Major at Augsburg College in 
Minneapolis recently conducted a summer research project aimed at 
investigating new ways to produce biodiesel. His project developed a 
new, innovative chemical reaction that has never before been described 
in scientific literature. This new process--``Mcgyan Process,'' named 
for the three scientists officially credited with the discovery, can 
convert a much wider range of feedstock oils and animal fats into 
biodiesel. The Mcgyan Process can make more biodiesel fuel, faster and 
with a minimal environmental impact. The wider range of renewable oils 
that can be used through the Mcgyan Process also has the potential to 
foster additional environmentally sound discoveries that can help move 
our country in the right direction of renewable energy.
  All of these discoveries were made possible by the research and ideas 
initiated by Brian Krohn and the learning environment fostered by 
Augsburg College. Brian's success should serve as a reminder of the 
potential that exists within every student. With the appropriate 
encouragement, support and a positive working environment truly amazing 
discoveries can occur.
  Madam Speaker, we salute Brian Krohn and all our nation's remarkable 
students, teachers, and scientists who are persistently working to 
bring knowledge, ingenuity and hard work together to move our country 
toward energy independence.

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