On completing my research into the key differences of the production and environmental implications for petroleum and algal biodiesel, One challenge faced was determining my method of data processing in order to prevent reproducing others work and create a balanced argument. After discussions, I felt applying thermodynamic theories were appropriate to utilize knowledge from class. The resources I’ve placed my attention on are scholarly journals with their own data analysis from professors. As I don’t have a lot of background knowledge into my topic, I found it difficult to understand all the scientific literature and complex vocabulary used. To deal with this I would redraft my own notes and create a summary of the important points stated. Furthermore, I should consider finding data I can individually apply my own analysis to in my writing to include my own interpretation of the research.