Stuff You Should Know Short Stuff: DNA Data Storage
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Jun 7, 2023 Explore the groundbreaking idea of DNA data storage, which could revolutionize how we manage information. Discover how a minuscule amount of genetic code might store the equivalent of the Library of Congress. Dive into the challenges traditional storage methods face, along with the cost and efficiency hurdles of this new technology. Despite current limitations, the potential for a more compact future in data management offers an exciting glimpse into what lies ahead!
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DNA Data Storage Potential
- Current data storage methods, like magnetic tapes, face challenges regarding cost, longevity, and capacity.
- DNA offers a potential solution due to its high data density and durability.
DNA's Storage Capacity
- DNA can store vast amounts of information; a poppy seed-sized amount could hold the Library of Congress's data.
- A ping pong ball could store all of Facebook's data, highlighting DNA's storage capacity.
Encoding Data with DNA
- DNA's four nucleotides (GTAC) can represent binary data (00, 01, 10, 11).
- This allows digital information to be encoded into physical DNA sequences.