Artificial leaf produces drugs using solar energy

Researchers from the Eindhoven University of Technology have reportedly developed a leaf-inspired mini-factory to produce drugs using solar energy. The team’s work could allow medicine to be made in resource-deprived areas, as long as there is sunlight.

“Theoretically, you could use this device to make drug compounds with solar energy anywhere you want,” lead researcher Timothy Noël said, according to Reuters. 

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