Max Planck Institute of Marine Microbiology

The biochemical process of converting hydrogen gas into usable energy, performed by bacteria in deep-sea organisms.

Fuel cells based on biological or organic catalysts rather than traditional inorganic materials; mentioned as a potential application of the research findings.

Electrochemical devices that convert hydrogen and oxygen into electricity to power electric motors in aircraft.

Germany

Naturally occurring microorganisms found in deep-sea mussels and other organisms near hydrothermal vents; capable of oxidizing hydrogen gas to generate energy, functioning as biological fuel cells.