Immobilization of membrane-bound proteins in inorganic matrices could allow creation of materials capable of mimicking biological processes. Advances in sol–gel biocomposites have now allowed development of a material that can use light to drive biosynthesis of ATP.
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Brennan, J. Using light to drive biosynthesis. Nature Mater 4, 189–190 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1038/nmat1337
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