Cellulose Solvent (IMAGE) Rutgers University Caption Next-generation ammonia-salt based pretreatment processes facilitate efficient breakdown of waste biomass such as corn stalks, leaves and other residue (called corn stover). Credit Shih-Hsien Liu/ORNL and Shishir Chundawat/Rutgers University-New Brunswick 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.