The production and emission of light by a living organism.
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Can Bioluminescence drive photosynthesis?
I'm trying to construct an anaerobic kitchen-waste digester at home.
The major output from the digester is methane - with a significant component of carbon dioxide. To scrub/reduce the CO2 I was ...
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What type of CCD system is required to take photos of luciferase
I'm working with luciferase and I want to be able to take a photo of it. The trouble is, I can see the luciferase glowing in all of its glory in front of me but no matter how hard I try, I can't take ...
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Does bioluminescence occur in humans too?
I read that Japanese researchers have developed very sensitive camera that recorded bioluminescence in humans; is it possible and if so what is the mechanism behind it?
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What are the major evolutionary pressures for Bioluminescence?
What are the major evolutionary pressures for Bioluminescence?
