Biological Data Storage involves encoding digital information into DNA sequences to achieve ultra-high density data storage with potential longevity of millions of years.
Addressing the need for long-term data storage that can withstand environmental changes and last for millions of years, surpassing current magnetic and optical storage technologies in terms of longevity and density.
Data is first converted into binary code and then mapped onto nucleotide bases (A, C, G, T) through synthesis. The resulting DNA strands are stored physically or chemically preserved. Reading involves breaking the DNA down to its base pairs using nanopore sequencing technology which reads the sequence back into digital information.
Requires highly specialized equipment for DNA synthesis and sequencing. The process is complex, involving chemical reactions and biotechnological techniques.
Involves multiple steps including data conversion to binary code, mapping onto nucleotides, synthesis of DNA strands, quality control checks, physical or chemical storage, and later retrieval through nanopore sequencing.
Field units draw low hundreds of watts; fabrication is energy-intensive due to vacuum baking. Sequencing requires moderate power consumption but can be optimized with new technologies.
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