DNA: the New Data Storage

Synopsis

Every day, 2.5 quintillion bytes of digital data are generated, a figure that continues to rise with the growth of the Internet. At the European Bioinformatics Institute in the United Kingdom, Nick Goldman and his team investigate DNA as a revolutionary method for data storage. This approach aims to address the challenges of securely storing the vast amounts of data generated daily. The documentary highlights the potential of DNA to serve as a durable and efficient data storage solution, paving the way for future advancements in managing and preserving information.