Posted on May 12, 2011 with 6 notes.
Tagged: science, TED, batteries, energy, angela belcher, technology, biomimickry, .

Using Nature To Grow Batteries - Angela Belcher

“Inspired by an abalone shell, Angela Belcher programs viruses to make elegant nanoscale structures that humans can use. Selecting for high-performing genes through directed evolution, she’s produced viruses that can construct powerful new batteries, clean hydrogen fuels and record-breaking solar cells. At TEDxCaltech, she shows us how it’s done.”

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