SMRTR Science & EngineeringJan 10, 2025Interesting Engineering

Bread to electricity: Living battery powers devices and ‘digests itself’ after use

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Scientists developed a biodegradable battery using baker's yeast and white-rot fungus to power small sensors. The fungal fuel cell produces 100-200 mV of electricity, enough for Bluetooth temperature sensors, and can be stored dry and activated with water and nutrients when needed.

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