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Angela Belcher: Using nature to grow batteries

Inspired by an abalone shell, Angela Belcher programs viruses to make elegant nanoscale structures that humans can use. Selecting for high-performing genes through directed evolution, she's produced viruses that can construct powerful new batteries, clean hydrogen fuels and record-breaking solar cells. At TEDxCaltech, she shows us how it's done.

English
  • Originally Aired April 27, 2011
  • Runtime 15 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network YouTube
  • Notes Is a season finale
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