3D Bio-printing for bio-batteries
This project looks at developing bio-batteries using microbes and enzymes to produce electricity from renewable organic compounds
Project Insights
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€109,873
Total Project Costs -
1 yr
Project Duration -
2016
Year Funded
Project Description
Our economies and societies will transition to a more sustainable bio-based economy based on renewable biomass generated from harnessing of solar energy via photosynthesis. Energy storage and electricity generation devices which are based on biodegradable and recyclable components will be key components of future bio-based and circular economies. Bio-batteries using microbes and enzymes to produce electricity from renewable organic compounds are critically needed innovations. The multi-disciplinary team is developing the biobatteries for the future through a combination of genetics, biochemistry and 3D bio-printing using unicellular marine microalgae and terrestrial microbes.
Project Details
Total Project Cost: €109,873
Funding Agency: Science Foundation Ireland (SFI)
Year Funded: 2016
Lead Organisation: National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG)