Jamerson gets top spot at Mascoma

Mascoma Corp. named Bruce A. Jamerson as chief executive.

Mascoma of Cambridge looks for efficient ways to convert cellulosic biomass into ethanol; cellulosic biomass includes grass, wood, and various agricultural and forestry wastes.

Previously, Jamerson was president of VeraSun Energy Corp., an ethanol producer in South Dakota, Mascoma said, and his experience with ethanol, energy, and finance were among the reasons why he was chosen to be Mascoma's new chief executive.

"The addition of Bruce Jamerson's experience and expertise will enable Mascoma to dramatically advance cellulosic ethanol production and critical strategic partnerships to deliver affordable, renewable fuels to transportation markets," Mascoma president Colin South said in a statement.
(By Chris Reidy, Globe staff)