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AZoM speaks with Professor Chris Howe about his research with cyanobacteria. These algae were able to power a microprocessor for an extended period of time in an exciting new breakthrough for natural energy production.
Researchers have used a widespread species of blue-green algae to power a microprocessor continuously for a year - and counting - using nothing but ambient light and water. Their system has potent .