<i>Shewanella oneidensis</i> Bacteria Interacting with Carbon Electrode (IMAGE)

University of East Anglia

<i>Shewanella oneidensis</i> Bacteria Interacting with Carbon Electrode

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Research shows that it is possible for bacteria to lie directly on the surface of a metal or mineral and transfer electrical charge through their cell membranes. This means that it is possible to "tether" bacteria directly to electrodes -- bringing scientists a step closer to creating efficient microbial fuel cells or "bio-batteries."

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JIC, Dr Findlay and Dr Clarke

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