Victor Lin, Iowa State University (IMAGE) Iowa State University Caption Victor Lin will lead a $5.3 million study of biodiesel production from algae using silica nanoparticles. Credit By Bob Elbert/Iowa State University. Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.