Scientists turn back evolutionary clock to develop high-CO2-tolerant microalgae
Tuesday, March 26, 2019 - 08:30
in Earth & Climate
The rapid elevation of atmospheric carbon dioxide level has led to global warming and ocean acidification. Microalgae, accounting for nearly 40 percent of global carbon dioxide fixation on Earth, are on the forefront of mankind's battle against climate change, since many of them are able to directly convert sunlight and industrial carbon dioxide into transportation fuels and energy-rich nutrients.