Tag Archives: Photosynthesis

Decades-old photosynthesis mystery finally solved

Decades-old photosynthesis mystery finally solved

Scientists from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have finally solved a long-standing puzzle about the earliest moments of photosynthesis — the vital process through which plants, algae, and certain bacteria capture sunlight to generate oxygen and energy-rich compounds. Their research reveals why the first movements of electrons, which are crucial for transferring …

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Swiss Scientists Create Breakthrough Molecule That Stores Four Charges To Mimic Photosynthesis For Solar Fuels

Swiss Scientists Create Breakthrough Molecule That Stores Four Charges To Mimic Photosynthesis For Solar Fuels

IN A NUTSHELL 🌿 Researchers at the University of Basel have developed a molecule essential for artificial photosynthesis. 🔋 The molecule can store two positive and two negative charges simultaneously, a critical advancement in energy storage. ☀️ The process mimics natural photosynthesis to produce carbon-neutral solar fuels like hydrogen and methanol. 🔬 This research provides insights into electron transfer mechanisms, …

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Scientists hail major breakthrough in developing holy grail of renewable energy: artificial photosynthesis

Scientists hail major breakthrough in developing holy grail of renewable energy: artificial photosynthesis

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