<I>E. coli</i> Cells Surrounded By Nanoparticles of Palladium and Gold (IMAGE)

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<I>E. coli</i> Cells Surrounded By Nanoparticles of Palladium and Gold

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Bacterial cells that can accumulate high quantities of precious metals are an efficient and green alternative to traditional recycling methods. Here, E. coli cells are surrounded by nanoparticles of palladium and gold (black deposits).

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Kevin Deplanche

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