Researchers from the University of Texas have envisioned a novel system that mimics the way we obtain sap from a maple tree.<\/p>\n
In this case, instead of harvesting maple syrup, we would harvest biofuels from a synthetic tree.<\/p>\n
In this concept, algae cells are grown as photosynthetic biofilms on porous surfaces that keep them hydrated and provide them with the nutrients they need for growing to maturity.<\/p>\n
Once the biofilm is matured, the supply of certain nutrients is stopped and the growth of cells is inhibited. At this point, the algae are provided with the necessary inputs to carry on photosynthesizing and secreting out energy dense molecules, such as free fatty acids. <\/b><\/p>\n
More-\u00a0 http:\/\/www.me.utexas.edu\/news\/2013\/0313_berberoglu_biofilms.php<\/p>\n
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