Sony's bio battery turns waste paper into electricity

Sony has released a prototype of a battery that uses paper to generate electricity. They use an enzyme called cellulose and break down the paper into sugar which they then can use to power small electric objects such as a fan. This technology is completely eco friendly as they do not use any harmful chemicals or metals. This battery was inspired by real processes found in nature that Sony recreated to generate electricity. These batteries will be able to top off the power of a phone battery or other electronic device.

Self Cleaning Cotton

Scientists have developed a cloth that cleans itself of microbes and stains when exposed to sunlight. They did this my coating it with titanium dioxide which is found already in sunscreen, some foods, self cleaning windows and many other things. This could be beneficial to the environment because it could reduce the number of aerosol and ammonia products used in the home which could prevent waste and reduce ozone depletion.

Sewage Treatment Plants May Contribute to Antibiotic Resistance Problem

This article was about the part sewage treatment plants play in creating antibiotic resistant genes in bacteria. Even the most high tech of plants such as Duluth, are contributing. The bacteria are becoming resistant to antibiotics that range from acne and std's to anthrax and the bubonic plague. This is a huge problem and the plants might have to revise their methods.