About the Lipid Library
The AOCS Lipid Library® is your go-to source for comprehensive and expertly curated information on lipid science and technology. Whether you're looking to understand the latest research, develop innovative products, or broaden your knowledge, this guide provides the essential tools you need to succeed.
Since January 2017, the Lipid Library has been under the expert guidance of Editor-in-Chief Alejandro Marangoni.
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Edwin (Ed) Frankel (1928-2019)
Edwin (Ed) Frankel was born in Egypt. He came to America as…
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Arthur Richard Baldwin (1918-2011)
For well over 100 years, AOCS has been blessed with leaders who…
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Arthur Richard Baldwin (1918-2011)
For well over 100 years, AOCS has been blessed with leaders who…
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Trivial names of fatty acids-Part 2
Introduction In 1930, Steger and Van Loon, encountered an unknown, heavily unsaturated…
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Silica Hydrogel and its Use in Edible Oil Processing
Introduction Crude triglyceride oils and fats from a wide range of vegetable…