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Bacteria transformed into 'hydrogen nanoreactors' to produce clean fuel from sunlight


Published on 2025-01-18 23:22:19 - MSN
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  • Their innovative approach involves using bio-engineered bacteria termed "hydrogen nanoreactors" to create hydrogen fuel from water and sunlight. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize the way hydrogen is produced,

The article from MSN discusses a groundbreaking study where researchers have engineered bacteria to act as nanoreactors for producing clean hydrogen fuel from sunlight. This innovative approach involves modifying the photosynthetic bacterium *Rhodopseudomonas palustris* to enhance its natural ability to convert solar energy into hydrogen. By optimizing the bacteria's hydrogenase enzymes, which are responsible for hydrogen production, scientists have managed to increase the efficiency of this process. The study, published in Nature Communications, highlights the potential of using genetically modified bacteria to create a sustainable, carbon-neutral energy source. This method not only promises a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions but also offers a scalable solution for renewable energy production, potentially revolutionizing how we harness solar energy for fuel.

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