Tiny Quantum Computers in Bacteria = Efficient Solar Power
by Christine Lepisto, Berlin on 04.15.07
Scientists at Berkeley report a breakthrough in the riddle of how bacteria can convert sunlight to energy at efficiencies nearing 100%. And the answer is more elegant and amazing than you will believe.
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What they found is quantum waves of energy exploring different excitation possibilities in the protein at the same time.
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Understanding the role of quantum physics in efficient use of the sun's energy may lead to break-throughs in solar power technology.
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