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  • Bioelectrochemistry
  • Microbial Electrosynthesis
  • Sustainable Energy

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  • Cathodic biofilms are crucial for CO2 bio-reduction in microbial electrosynthesis (MES).
  • Achieving robust and resilient electroactive biofilms for efficient CO2 conversion remains a challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the fundamentals of cathodic biofilm formation in MES.
  • To present strategies for enhancing biofilm formation and stability.
  • To identify knowledge gaps and propose solutions for productive MES cathodes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of fundamental principles of biofilm formation (energy conservation, electron transfer).
  • Analysis of strategies for improving biofilm development (electrode/carrier materials, cell design, operational conditions).

Main Results:

  • Fundamentals of biofilm formation, electron transfer, and catalytic development are presented.
  • Strategies for enhancing biofilm formation are described, including material selection and operational adjustments.

Conclusions:

  • Stable and productive biofilms are essential for efficient CO2 conversion in MES.
  • Further research is needed to address knowledge gaps for optimizing biofilm performance in MES cathodes.