Genetically Engineered Bacteria: The Future of Computing
Scientists have genetically engineered bacteria derived from Escherichia coli into simple computers
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Advancements in genetic engineering have led to the development of bacteria that can function as computers. These genetically modified bacteria have the ability to collaborate in solving complex problems, ranging from identifying prime numbers to determining the optimal way to slice a pizza. This groundbreaking research, conducted by Sangram Bagh and his team at the Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics in Kolkata, India, showcases the potential of biological computers to surpass traditional silicon-based computer chips in terms of efficiency, size, and cost.
Sangram Bagh and his colleagues genetically engineered bacteria derived from the common bacterium Escherichia coli. These bacteria were programmed to interact with each other in a way that mimics the functions of a computer, enabling them to perform computational tasks with remarkable precision and speed.
