Redox Biochemistry of Energy Conservation in Methanogens and their Syntrophic Partners
Authors:
- C. S. RamanCRC. S. Raman
- Fayetteville Univ. Of ArkansasFAFayetteville Univ. Of Arkansas
- Univ. Of Cambridge (United Kingdom)UKUniv. Of Cambridge (United Kingdom)
- Riverside Univ. Of CaliforniaRCRiverside Univ. Of California
- Columbia Univ. Of MissouriCMColumbia Univ. Of Missouri
- Osaka Univ. (Japan)O(Osaka Univ. (Japan)
Open Access
- 31 August 2022
- report
- Published by Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI)
Abstract
The primary objective of this project was to uncover previously unknown modes by which living organisms harvested energy. Specifically, it queried microbial systems, which were once thought to not be able to utilize oxygen. Through the use of cutting-edge approaches, we were able to identify novel mechanistic processes that allow organisms to thrive under varying environmental conditions. This constitutes a paradigm shift in the field. Our work has opened new vistas for expanding the horizons of energy conservation in biological systems, as well as shed light on green energy innovations.Keywords
Funding Information
- USDOE Office of Science (SC), Basic Energy Sciences (BES)
- DOE (SC0018047)