Grade catergory

10-12

Team Size

1

Subject Area

Environmental Issues

Project Type

Descriptive

Language

English

Summary

This website is divided into several sections that each describe the groundbreaking works of a laboratory that is doing work on microbial fuel cells. An example is the seafloor battery that takes advantage of the natural seafloor gradient because bacteria reduce weaker and weaker reducing agents, creating a voltage gradient that can be tapped into. Each section includes a description of the lab's activities, some relevant scientific background (to help the reader visualize the concepts), and some possiible environmental applications. The purpose of this website is to educate the public on a rapidly growing and exciting alternative energy movement.

Software

Adobe Photoshop 6.5, Macromedia Dreamweaver MX, Adobe ImageReady 3.0, Internet Explorer.

Hardware

Just the computer and my wireless internet.

Source

In one of Discover Magazine's past issues, there was an article entitled "Microbial Fuel Cells" that really piqued my interest. It mentioned a few of the people on this site, but it also talked about enzymatic fuel cells. The interest I developed in this subject is why I want to continue my studies in microbiology as it relates to the environment.

Special Skills

Web design, photo manipulation, an ability to translate knowledge into a more accessible format.

Awards

None.