LLNL - It’s only natural: separation and purification of rare-earth elements by microorganisms:

https://www.llnl.gov/news/its-only-natural-separation-purification-rare-earth-elements-microorganisms

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Using naturally occurring and engineered proteins and bacteria, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) scientists and collaborators will separate and purify rare-earth elements so they can be used in the defense sector.

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