In diatom, scientists find genes that may level engineering hurdle

Denizens of oceans, lakes and even wet soil, diatoms are unicellular algae that encase themselves in intricately patterned, glass-like shells. Curiously, these tiny phytoplankton could be harboring the next big breakthrough in computer chips.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news120156785.html">In diatom, scientists find genes that may level engineering hurdle</a></p> <p>Denizens of oceans, lakes and even wet soil, diatoms are unicellular algae that encase themselves in intricately patterned, glass-like shells. Curiously, these tiny phytoplankton could be harboring the next big breakthrough in computer chips.</p>