Centimeter scale charge transport mechanisms in cablebacteria

Key Points

• The study aims to explore the unique charge transport mechanisms in cable bacteria that facilitate centimeter-scale electron transfer.
• Characterization of microbial electron transport pathways
• Measurement of electrical conductivity in cable bacteria
• Analysis of the structural features related to charge transport
• Cable bacteria exhibit extremely high electrical conductivities
• The electron transport pathways in these bacteria can extend to centimeter scales
• Unique structural adaptations support efficient long-range charge transport