Under the Microscope

Invisible Factories: How Microbes Build Biofuels, Enzymes & Innovation

August 1, 2025·7 min
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Original episode featuring humans: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XOlKQksRk7hGE3DBmcRO8?si=ab50d3ccf7b14e31 Ever wondered how invisible microbes create biofuels, enzymes, and breakthrough materials? This AI Lab experiment dives into the science of industrial fermentation and bioprocess engineering, revealing how tiny organisms power some of the biggest innovations on the planet.Inspired by a conversation with Prof. Krist Gernaey (Technical University of Denmark), this episode explores bioreactors, biotechnology, and digital science communication – showing how AI tools are reshaping the way science is shared and understood.

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