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Reed straw, a common plant waste, can be turned into a valuable resource. It's part of a group called lignocellulosic biomass, which can be used to make biofuels. The trick is getting past the plant's tough structure to access the good stuff inside. A recent experiment showed a smart way to do this

JR Research, a top analyst in the tech and software sectors, sees Microsoft as a promising investment opportunity. He focuses on finding growth stocks with strong potential and bargain prices. Microsoft, once a high-flyer, has taken a hit recently. But JR Research believes this could be a chance to