Under the Microscope

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Invisible Factories: How Microbes Build Biofuels, Enzymes & Innovation

Invisible Factories: How Microbes Build Biofuels, Enzymes & Innovation1 Aug 20258 min

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