Cyborg snail gets biofuel cell implant

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Earlier this year we reported that researchers had implanted a cockroach with an enzyme-based biofuel cell that could potentially be used to power various sensors, recording devices, or electronics used to control an insect cyborg. While it may not be the most dynamic of creatures, a team from Clarkson University has now performed a similar feat with a living snail. .. Continue Reading Cyborg snail gets biofuel cell implant

Section: Research Watch

Tags: Biofuel, Clarkson University, Cyborg, Fuel Cell, Glucose, Implant

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