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World - / Aug 19, 2026 - Meet Natalie Muro, 18-year-old Colorado student who used an invasive plant to fight algal blooms - A remarkable eighteen-year-old student has developed an ingenious device aimed at eradicating toxic algal blooms. Utilizing wind-driven waves and invasive plant species, this unique system demonstrated impressive results in field tests, removing nearly all cyanobacteria and trapping decayed cell matter. This groundbreaking solution offers a cost-effective way to restore and revitalize unhealthy freshwater ecosystems.2 hours ago
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