Science and Technology

Marine pest may be key to biofuels

A marine crustacean pest that digests wood by using enzymes in its stomach may hold the key to the mass production of liquid biofuels in the future, according to scientists. Gribbles are tiny woodlice-like creatures which have long been notorious for destroying ships, piers and planks by eating their way through... Continue reading "Marine pest may be key to biofuels"
Domestic fuel cell system unveiled

Bloom Energy has unveiled its new domestic fuel cell system - called the Bloom Box. The firm claims the system is simple and cheap to run, with the domestic model costing just $3,000 (£1,918). The catalytic plates of the Bloom Box are made of a stack of ceramic plates coated with a 'cheap metal alloy', making it... Continue reading "Domestic fuel cell system unveiled"

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