A cleaner way to unlock energy: microbes for biofuel

Wednesday, October 6, 2010 - 08:50 in Physics & Chemistry

Algae and photosynthetic bacteria hold a hidden treasure – fat molecules known as lipids – which can be converted to renewable biofuels. Such microorganisms offer an attractive alternative to the unsustainable use of petroleum-based fossil fuels, as well as biofuel sources requiring arable cropland.

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