Photosynthesis

Secret of efficient photosynthesis is decodedMIT researchers find that the key to purple bacteria’s light-harvesting prowess lies in highly symmetrical molecules.

MIT researchers develop solar-to-fuel roadmap for crystalline siliconNew analysis points the way to optimizing efficiency of an integrated system for harvesting sunlight to make storable fuel.

Researchers explain how dye-based nanotubes can help harvest light’s energyTiny cylinders help reveal how natural-light-harvesting antennae collect light with exceptional efficiency.

Harnessing nature’s solar cellsPhotovoltaic panels made from plant material could become a cheap, easy alternative to traditional solar cells.

‘Artificial leaf’ makes fuel from sunlightSolar cell bonded to recently developed catalyst can harness the sun, splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen.