How single-celled life forms could feed, fuel, and heal our future
In short: From the earliest life on Earth to modern biochemical engineering, microorganisms are becoming essential tools. This lecture explores how we can harness microbial metabolism to transform simple materials into vital resources.
Michael Sulu, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at UCL, examines the vast potential of microbes. His research focuses on cell growth and metabolism, specifically how microorganisms can be engineered to produce useful products from basic starting materials.
The discussion spans a wide industrial spectrum, tracing the evolution of microbial use from traditional beer production to the advanced manufacturing of vaccines, bio-pharmaceuticals, and future food sources.
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