Microbial Research in Household Environments
A team of microbiologists has co-founded a nonprofit organization focused on harnessing the chemical reaction capabilities of microbes to address global challenges. These challenges include carbon capture, supporting coral reefs, and waste cleanup.
The team has recently directed its research toward microbes residing in various household environments, such as shower heads, drip pans, and hot water heaters. These environments are considered extreme, potentially leading microorganisms to develop survival mechanisms that could be beneficial for human applications.